By Patrick Burns
Located in Chicago, IL
Using vintage newspapers, Patrick Burns captures some highlights from Muhammad Ali's career. The newspapers are layered with acrylic paint and polymer resin to create a visual time capsule.
Patrick Burns
b. 1987, Cleveland, OH
Bio
I like to explore themes that are unique to the American experience in my work. By merging the iconography of the US flag and the headlines from major events of our past, I can express a more personal understanding of what it means to be an American and the journey that has shaped our country.
West Virginia Raised.
Maine Educated. Colby College
Current, The School of the Art Institute, Chicago
Exhibitions
2017 POP!ARAZZI, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL
Coming Attractions, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL
2015 SOFA Chicago 2015, Ann Nathan Gallery, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL
American Experience, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, June 2015
2014 (e)merge Art Fair, Capitol Skyline Hotel, Washington, DC. Amstel Gallery...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Patrick Burns Paintings
MaterialsResin, Acrylic, Newsprint