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Overview
I choose normal things because I must know them intimately and feel they are common currency so they can be turned into symbols. I don’t draw parrots or flamingoes, I like the boring as it’s only when you are bored that you can see.
Julian Opie, born on February 1958 in London, is a prominent contemporary British artist known for his distinctive minimalist style. He studied at Goldsmiths, University of London, in the 1980s, during the emergence of the Young British Artists (YBAs) movement. Opie's work spans various mediums, including painting, sculpture, and digital art. He gained widespread recognition for his iconic portraiture characterized by simplified forms, bold lines, and the use of LED technology. Opie's art often explores themes of movement, perception, and the intersection of technology with traditional artistic practices. His influence extends globally, with exhibitions in major museums and galleries, showcasing the versatility and enduring appeal of his innovative approach to contemporary art. -
New In Julian Opie Illustrations
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Julian Opie
Standing Couples 1, 2024Reliefs with collage on archival Museum Boards, presented in sprayed white frames specified by the artist44 1/2 x 35 x 1 3/4 in (framed)
113 x 88.9 x 4.4 cm (framed)Edition of 50Series: Standing CouplesCopyright The ArtistJulian Opie's prints are renowned for their distinct, minimalist style, capturing the essence of modern life with a unique, graphic approach. Utilizing bold lines, flat colors, and simplified forms, Opie...Julian Opie's prints are renowned for their distinct, minimalist style, capturing the essence of modern life with a unique, graphic approach. Utilizing bold lines, flat colors, and simplified forms, Opie reduces his subjects to their most basic features while retaining a recognizable likeness. His depictions of people often lack facial details, focusing instead on posture, attire, and movement to convey individuality. This stylization creates a universal, yet personal connection with viewers, as they can easily project their own experiences onto the figures. Opie's technique draws from both traditional portraiture and contemporary digital aesthetics, bridging the gap between fine art and everyday imagery. By stripping down the human form to its essentials, he explores themes of identity, anonymity, and the human experience in the digital age, making his work both timeless and relevant.
