Steven Krueger, Desert, Acrylic, Oil & Pencil on Canvas
Agora Gallery is proud to present Steven Krueger in Figuratively Speaking.
About Steven Krueger:
Upon hinges of raw emotion is where Steven Krueger hangs his creative spirit. With aggressive strokes of paint and intense stylization of figures, Krueger’s mixed media works are an all out assault upon the senses. Words, bright patterns and superfluous drips exist within an unruly picture plane. His characteristic motifs exude strong expressionist sensibilities, reflecting times of confusion or despair and yet wonder and emotional innocence also appear as underlying currents. “To me,” Krueger explains, “art is the skill to be able to document one's emotions.” The paintings are created with spontaneity as well as chance; layer upon layer of paint, pencil, oil pastel or emulsion is applied, sometimes covering over previous ones until the image is finally complete. The results are expressive, raw and magnificent to behold and have been exhibited to audiences around the globe.
World travel has only increased Krueger’s fervor for the arts. As an American who has experienced the diverse cultures of the world firsthand, he has lived in Austria, Guatemala, Finland and currently India.
Steven Krueger's work may be seen on
http://www.agora-
Figuratively Speaking exposes issues of conflict and resolution; juxtaposing abstraction and realism with existential themes that speak of the human condition. While seeking a similar contemplation, the artists featured in The Revelry of Energy are crafting a very personal artistic language and technique. Modern in their appeal, the abstract paintings’ brilliant colors and unique styles explore the artists’ individual narratives and visionary experiences. In Reverie of Form sees artists experiment with unusual materials and styles, eerily beautiful sculptures have been paired with soulful portraiture and sprawling landscapes. This impressive selection of artists will thrill audiences looking to explore the abundant variety of the contemporary art scene.
Exhibition Dates: January 6, 2009 through January 27. 2009
Opening Reception: Thursday, January 8, 2009, 6-8 pm
Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York
Gallery Hours: Tues - Sat, 11am-6pm
Photo:
http://www.prlog.org/
