Tom Christopher is one of the representative artists of the contemporary American art world, conveying the breath of New York with his vivid colors and dynamic brushwork. Held a new solo exhibition for the first time in six years.
Gallery Tamenaga Tokyo May 13 (Sat) – June 11 (Sun), 2023
For the first time in six years, Galerie Tamenaga will hold the “Tom Christopher Exhibition'' simultaneously at two stores in Tokyo and Osaka.
At the Tokyo store, we will introduce approximately 70 new works (approximately 40 at the Tokyo store) of color works drawn in vivid colors, which is the artist's characteristic, and monochrome works that stand out for their excellent drawing skills. We will also exhibit works that have been newly painted on sneakers.
Having moved to New York City in the early 1980s, Tom Christopher captures fleeting moments in the world's most exciting metropolis, depicting the vibrant streets and colorful people who come and go.
Skyscrapers, yellow cabs, bicycle messengers, people on busy streets, and other scenes unique to New York are depicted in a realistic manner, but with subtle deformations such as slightly unnatural colors and unsettled perspectives. . In addition, he lovingly observes the streets of New York and reflects the emotions and thoughts of each person in the gestures and expressions of people. With a unique style that combines the essence of figurative painting and abstract painting, he expresses a little tension and urban loneliness that this city has, and at the same time expresses the true charm of the bustling and dynamic city of New York.
We would like to take this opportunity to invite you to enjoy this work filled with the energy of the metropolis of New York and the people who live there.
・Tom Christopher
Born 1952 in Hollywood, California. Moved to New York in the early 1980s. Massive murals in Rockefeller Center and Times Square. After the 9.11 terrorist attacks in 2001, his work on the subject of the World Trade Center made an impression on the United States and became a hot topic.
Collectors include former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani, former US First Lady Laura Bush, and Benetton's Luciano Benetton, attracting people not only in the United States but around the world.
・Exhibition information
≪Tom Christopher Exhibition≫
Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023 to Sunday, June 11, 2023
Venue: Galerie Tamanaga Tokyo 7-5-4 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo TEL: 03-3573-5368
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-19:00 Sun/Holiday 11:00-17:00
Official site: http://www.tamenaga.com
* Simultaneously held at Galerie Tamenaga Osaka
Saturday, May 20, 2023 to Sunday, June 11, 2023
[Galerie Tamenaga Co., Ltd.] From the press release
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