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Jim Houser Abstract Sculptures

American, b. 1973
Jim Houser is a self-taught artist, musician, designer, and original member of the renowned artist collective Space1026 in Philadelphia. He is celebrated for his iconic patchwork paintings, color theory, stylized figures, and for challenging the definition of object versus painting. For PUSHING, Houser further develops his unique visual language through an emphasis on execution and concept. Centered with a focus on application and practice, Houser presents a complex body of unique pieces all interconnected by meditations on shapes, repurposing, and the inescapable weight of our current socio-political climate. Jim Houser was born in 1973 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the city where he currently resides. Houserʼs collages, paintings, and installations have been exhibited extensively in institutions such as the Laguna Art Museum and the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Art as well as galleries in Milan, Paris, Sydney, and São Paulo. His work is included in the permanent collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Houser layers acrylic on wood, fabric, and found objects, blurring the lines between collage and sculpture. when viewed as a whole, it becomes clear that all of his works are associative and directly related. This deceptively dimensional quality is further highlighted when the pieces are assembled into one of the artist’s elaborate installations, adding to the complexity of each individual piece by emphasizing greater interconnectivity to the body of work as a whole.
(Biography provided by Paradigm Gallery + Studio)
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Artist: Jim Houser
"NNNAPES!" Abstract, wall hanging sculpture, found objects
By Jim Houser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "NNNAPES!" is an original artwork by Jim Houser and is made of assembled objects. This piece measures approximately 30.5”h x 30.5”w x 7”d and ships in the pictured ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jim Houser Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Found Objects

'BOX KING" Assemblage, found objects, painting
By Jim Houser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "BOX KING" is an original artwork by Jim Houser and is made of assembled objects. This piece measures approximately 32”h x 8.25”w x 3.5”d....
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jim Houser Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Found Objects

"KNTS", Brown and Beige Grid Mixed Media Wall-Hanging Artwork
By Jim Houser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This brown and beige wall-hanging artwork titled "KNTS" is an original mixed media artwork by Jim Houser. This piece measures 6"h x 6"w. Jim Houser wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jim Houser Abstract Sculptures

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Thread

"WARM AND DRY", Blue and White Abstract Wall-Hanging Assemblage
By Jim Houser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This abstract blue and white artwork titled "WARM AND DRY" is an original assemblage artwork by Jim Houser. This piece measures 10”h x 10”w. Jim Houser was born in 1973 in Philadelp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jim Houser Abstract Sculptures

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Canvas, Acrylic

"A FLATNESS IN THE EYES", Assemblage Wall-Hanging, Found Objects, Threat, Paint
By Jim Houser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This artwork "A FLATNESS IN THE EYES" is an original assemblage artwork by Jim Houser. Incorporating various dimensional elements and techniques, such as painting and found objects, ...
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"ELLA" Assemblage
By Jim Houser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"ELLA" is an original assemblage artwork by Jim Houser measuring 10" x 10". Jim Houser was born in 1973 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the city where he currently resides. He is a s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Jim Houser Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Found Objects, Acrylic

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