By Ross Tamlin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ross Tamlin's unique photorealistic compositions merge traditional painting methods with modern industrial techniques to create captivating works of art. Using layers of oil and enamel paint, Tamlin creates an illusion of corrugation that adds depth and texture to his pieces. His use of industrial imagery and found objects is a nod to contemporary art, while his bold color palette and incorporation of text is a nod to the Pop Art movement.
Tamlin created this one-of-a-kind, vibrant, and colorful painting measuring 42 inches high by 36 inches wide and 1.25 inches deep with oil and enamel paint on canvas. The sides of the canvas are painted in a continuation of the front eliminating the need for framing. In addition to being signed by the artist on the front, the artwork also comes with a certificate of authenticity issued by the art gallery. The certificate guarantees the authenticity and provenance of the artwork. Free delivery is available for those in the local Los Angeles area, and affordable worldwide shipping is available for US and international art collectors.
In this artwork, Tamlin reworks the traditional idea of landscape painting by incorporating text and familiar places' names, such as southern U.S. states, painted in large letters over the colorful photorealistic painted corrugated metal. This photorealistic painting by Ross Tamlin is so expertly executed that it perfectly mimics the texture and appearance of corrugated metal, even when seen in person. However, upon much closer inspection from the side at a nearly 90-degree angle, the levelness of the canvas is revealed, allowing you to appreciate the skillful brushwork of oil and enamel paint that gives the amazing illusion of depth and texture. With meticulous attention to detail, Tamlin imparts extraordinary depth to the painting, creating a finish that emulates the shine of polished metal and further enhances the piece's realistic appearance. This original artwork stands as a testament to Tamlin's remarkable talent and precision, demonstrated through the inclusion of even the smallest details, such as the masterfully painted rusty rivet holes.
Tamlin's works are represented by Artspace Warehouse Los Angeles and are held in private collections worldwide, including Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Singapore, the USA, Switzerland, and France. Corporate collections include ING Bank, Babcock & Brown, Barclays Bank, Saville Hotel Group, Savills Property Group, Minter Ellison, Hai Win Shipping, Allkotes Pty Ltd, Blue Scope Steel Pty Ltd, Sieper & Co., A. P. Moller Maersk Group, Grant Thomas Management, Maridan Pty Ltd, Esprit Changeware Pty Ltd, Maritime Transport Ltd, London.
Artspace Warehouse has been representing and exhibiting Ross Tamlin's original artworks since 2015. The gallery has been a 1stdibs partner since 2014 with consistently excellent reviews from clients worldwide. The gallery exhibits a large selection of affordable original artworks from established and emerging international artists with diverse backgrounds at high standards. Artspace Warehouse is known to provide accurate descriptions, images, reliable services, communication, and delivery.
The gallery's commitment to customer satisfaction means that clients can invest in art with confidence, knowing they have a reputable and established art gallery backing their acquisition. Artspace Warehouse prioritizes our clients' peace of mind by ensuring a seamless and worry-free art-buying experience.
REPRESENTATION
Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, USA
EDUCATION
1979 – 1981 NZ Certificate of Town Planning (3 Years)
1982 Emigrated to Australia, 1989 Australian citizenship
1985 Fine Arts Certificate (Meadowbank) (not completed)
1987 Graphic Arts Certificate, Brisbane
1988 – 1997 Paint/Colour Laboratory Technician
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2014 Soho Galleries, Sydney, Australia
2013 Soho Galleries, Sydney, Australia
2012 Paintbox Fineart, Canberra, ACT, “Melange”
2011 Jackman Gallery, St. Kilda, Melbourne, Australia
2010 Harrison Gallery, Paddington, Australia
2008 Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney, Australia
2007 Paintbox Gallery, Braddon, Canberra, Australia
2007 Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney, Australia
2006 Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney, Australia
2005 Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney, Australia
2005 Paintbox Gallery, Braddon, Canberra, Australia
2004 Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney, Australia
2003 Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney, Australia
2002 Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney, Australia
2001 1+2 Artists Studio Gallery, Rozelle
2000 New Aesthetix Gallery, Camperdown, Sydney, Australia
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2024 Affordable Art Fair, New York, NY
2023 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA
2021 “Urban Thoughts”, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA
2021 Affordable Art Fair New York
2019 Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong
2019 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA
2019 Affordable Art Fair New York
2019 Palm Springs Fine Art Fair, Palm Springs, CA
2018 AAF Hong Kong
2018 New York AAF, NY, USA
2018 Morris Art Prize; Gold Coast, Queensland
2018 Art Palm Springs Fine Art Fair, California
2017 SOHO Galleries, Sydney, group exhibitions
2017 Gallery Beneath, Moolloolaba, Queensland, group show
2017 Whistler Contemporary...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Stainless Steel Abstract Paintings
