Gagosian pronounces the opening of Noir, a brand new collection of work by Los Angeles-based artist Alex Israel, debuting on the Beverly Hills gallery on February 6.
Israel, identified for his deep connection to LA, explores the noir aesthetic by means of photographs that evoke a cinematic and emotional resonance. His work, rooted within the metropolis’s structure, mirror a mix of nostalgia and up to date views, capturing scenes from the Nineteen Forties to the ’80s in vivid colours and exaggerated views.
Noir started as Israel’s pictures and sketches, which have been enhanced with reference supplies and collaborated on with animators earlier than being delivered to life as acrylic work by Warner Bros.’ Scenic Artwork division. The collection evokes a dream-like high quality, portraying areas like a abandoned lingerie store window or a classic automobile dealership—locations with out individuals however stuffed with a haunting, surreal presence.
A portion of the exhibition’s gross sales will profit the LA Arts Group Hearth Reduction Fund, supporting native artists impacted by latest wildfires. This exhibition, initially set for January, was postponed because of the fires.
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