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Russell Young

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Russell Young

Russell Young

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  • New In Russell Young Silkscreens and Paintings
  • Buying and Selling Russell Young Silkscreens and Paintings Through Guy Hepner
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    Russell Young
    "Every painting I do informs the next painting. As the colours have a story and one informs the next, so do the protagonists."

    Russell Young was born in 1959 in Northern England. From an early age, Young was drawn to the quintessential “American dream,” which he thought represented freedom and possibility. He eventually developed an interest in photography, and studied photography, film, and graphic art at the Chester Art College.

    Young’s first photography job was under Christos Raftopoulos, who eventually pushed Young to take on projects of his own. Young started at the live club shows of Bauhaus, R.E.M. and the Smiths. The talented photographer quickly picked up work for magazines, shooting portraits of Morrissey, Bjork, Springsteen, Dylan, New Order, Diana Ross, Paul Newman and many other celebrities, as well as directing one hundred music videos during the glory days of MTV.

    Less than a decade ago, Young emerged on the fine art scene with his first series of screen prints titled “Pig Portraits,” which depicted celebrities through the police mug shots lens. This series included screen prints of Jane Fonda, Steve McQueen, Martin Luther King, Jr., and more. These works were and continue to be recognized as uniquely “Russell Young.”

    Several series have followed Pig Portraits, including Rebel Rebel, Shoplifters of the World Unite, Dirty Pretty Things, Bankrobber, American Envy, Only Anarchists are Pretty, and others.

    In addition to recognition for his iconic images, Young is also acknowledged for his use of diamond dust. He began using this technique in 2007, pressing the crystals into the enamel of the prints. No two diamond dust pieces are exactly alike, as the crystals are applied individually to each work. Young’s Marilyn Monroe diamond dust pieces continue to reach new highs at public auction. His pieces have graced the auction block at Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and Phillips de Pury in both the United States and the UK.

    Russell Young lives and works on the California coast and in Brooklyn, New York. His work has been shown in London, Paris, Berlin, Tokyo, Singapore, New York, Detroit, Miami and Los Angeles. His works are in acclaimed collections such as the Balthazar Getty (of the Getty Museum), Abey Rosen, Barack Obama, Brad Pitt, and more.

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    Russell Young is renowned for his bold and iconic silkscreen paintings that explore American counterculture through a unique lens. His works, available for buying and selling through Guy Hepner, present a visual journey that reflects both the excess and ambition of the American Dream. By turning pop imagery on itself, Young creates a brooding and sometimes brutal celebration of the figures and events that both glamorize and critique American society. His art challenges and asserts our understanding of American identity in the 21st century, making his pieces striking additions to any collection.

     
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Russell Young, Magnificent Seven, 2011

Russell Young

Magnificent Seven, 2011
Enamel screenprint with diamond dust on linen in Atomic Silver and Black
38 x 62 in
91.4 x 157.5 cm
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Russell Young's Western series stands as a testament to the enduring allure and mythology of the American frontier. Drawing inspiration from the expansive landscapes and rugged individualism depicted in classic...
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Russell Young's Western series stands as a testament to the enduring allure and mythology of the American frontier. Drawing inspiration from the expansive landscapes and rugged individualism depicted in classic Western films, Young crafts a visual narrative that transcends time and place. His paintings capture the essence of the untamed West, where cowboys roam vast plains and rugged mountains, embodying the spirit of freedom and adventure.

Within this series, one finds the captivating "Magnificent Seven" paintings, a homage to the iconic characters immortalized in the legendary film of the same name. Through his unique artistic lens, Young breathes new life into these cinematic heroes, transforming them into larger-than-life figures who embody the virtues of courage, camaraderie, and justice. Each brushstroke conveys a sense of dynamism and vitality, as if the characters are poised to leap from the canvas and into the realm of legend.

With "Magnificent Seven," Young invites viewers to journey alongside these legendary figures, exploring the timeless themes of honor, sacrifice, and the pursuit of righteousness. Whether mounted on horseback against a backdrop of endless skies or standing tall against the rugged terrain, these portraits serve as a reminder of the enduring power of myth and the timeless allure of the Wild West. In capturing the essence of this iconic film, Young pays homage to a genre that continues to captivate audiences and inspire dreams of adventure and heroism.

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