Eric pose?

was thinking more pose dface

This is an artist on the forum. He shared them on show us your own work about a year back.

Thats quality.

I like the older work too.

I don't see it as copying Pose as a lot of urban art and todays art can be seen to be inspired by or similar to other artists. Also an overlap of styles and interpretations now and then is bound to happen.



It's sort of a merging of mass consumer advertising and modern cubism.

Plus the older work shows the variety and different directions the artist explores.

The more you look at this painting the more one sees.

George Condo clearly copies in style some of Picasso's drawings and paintings and one can see a mix of Picasso and De Kooning in some of his art too.

The lack of colors in this painting makes it work for me.

Ideal for anyone who likes Pose, likes Hayuk and likes cubism and who cannot afford an original by the expensive urban artists of today.

Go for the up and coming.

You know it makes sense.

Not sure if he minds me posting our email chat here, but this probably gives an insight into his thought process.

"I've been making art for a few decades now, though painting is a new venture for me. I started off with graffiti and illustration, creating many graphics for album covers, clothing brands, etc. From there I got heavily into the designer vinyl scene after having a commission for a piece. I ended up creating many more commissions, which landed me a few production pieces with brands like Kidrobot.

Creating toys is fun, but I always wanted to use a piece to tell a larger story. And I feel as though traditional painting is a much better medium to help do that. (At least for me)

I arrived on my current style by combining everything I like about making art. I like making clean lines and layers without noticeable brush strokes, having a lot of elements happening in a piece, and having that piece be something that usually takes many weeks to complete (knowing that an artist has spent a lot of time with a piece of art is very appealing to me), also I love art with a meaning that isn't immediately determinable (which is why my pieces are fractured and covered in a veil of abstraction) I wanted the viewer to find new elements to the piece each time it's viewed.

Also, I like the colour blue a lot..."

Thanks for explaining your perspective Eric - makes total sense to me and really don't have a problem with artists being heavily influenced / inspired by others. It's happened for centuries and will continue to do so, and we could sit here all day and talk about the art we wouldn't have if borrowing never happened!

Keep up the good work - it looks awesome! 👍🏻

I don't think that creating an image in a similar style is copying at all, it's diversifying and expanding a certain style..... in the same way that a style of music is warped and twisted....

The original is the tree, with many branches shooting off into many directions....

I actually prefer these images to pose's.....

Great work!

I have to say I love the style and from the pieces I've seen on his Instagram they are really great designs. The only thing I would like to see is more colour, he seems to have been using the same palette so far.

This comment isnt really about the work here or this particular artist, but more an observation about many years to come and how Instagram will continue to breed artists that might not be as authentic at first look. Also they are rewarded for being similar in style or outright copying other artists from collectors.

To me its the new era of curation and anyone looking to support an artist and put their money behind an artist I applaud you, just don't expect others not to see through the same artist. I always take my time and always try my best to do as much research, look for progression in an artist, look for signs of authenticity even when passing stages where they were inspired by other art.

Im trying hard not to come off so negative but I continue to see this new era reward artists that might not be ready because they are available for cheap or on IG. There is still alot to be said for Galleries trying to develop young artists and talent, but it grows tougher when artists that might have grown into something worth exhibiting settle for a shorter term goal, such as likes or quick money.

Well put, but I guess you are seeing this through the lens of a gallery. My points below are pretty random thoughts of mine.

It's hard to come off as being completely original in this time and age. Ideas are usually borrowed in some way or another. When was the last time you have seen something that goes 'I have never seen this done before'. Even Pose's ideas are borrowed - I myself piece together cut-outs from magazines to 'compose' abstract images when I was a kid. He just brought this idea up another level by putting his excellent painting skills to good use. Was I really that blown away by how original Pose was when I saw his works for the very first time too? I can safely say no.

On your point that beginning artists sell their works for cheap or for likes, it is all too easy if an artist has a crystal ball looking if he or she will be successful in years to come. Not every artist are fortunate to get the backing of a gallery or angle investors. They need constant motivation to keep their creativity flowing. But the fact is they also have to make a living for themselves now, so they can continue their craft, whether they get better at it or not. A good example on this board would be sandra chevrier (note that I am not commenting if she is an excellent example or not by quoting her name here). Before her caged series, do people really want her paintings that came before? Her watercolors were first sold on this forum for very little money but look at how much they fetch these days. She is definitely living a better life right now than before, I'm sure. And she has her fair share of fans, whom I think she will be grateful for. Not every modern 'artists' these days need to get into galleries or museums to feel important. IG is the world's largest museum for them to showcase their passion already.

And if you run through the names of those popular or brand-name artists on this board, who do you reckon have really progressed other than Paul Insect or Dolk for better or worse? Everybody starts somewhere. We just help each other out if we see the need to, or the belief to need to.

Here's a new one:

"Passenger" 61cm x 61cm (24" x 24") Acrylic painting on birch panel.

If the wood is prepared correctly, it can be a superior support to canvas. Unlike canvas, hardwoods (Oak, Birch, Cedar, Walnut, etc.) provide a nice rigid surface for the paint to adhere to. Which prevents cracks in the paint over time. It's more of an issue with thick oil paints, but it's a great support for acrylics as well.

If the hardwood is not primed correctly, there is a risk that acid or oils may leach in from the wood. Which can cause yellowing in the painting over time. Typically for the works I've done on wood, the piece is sanded down as smooth as I can get it, then 3 layers of sealant are applied with a light sanding in between each layer. When the painting is finished I also apply an archival protective varnish with UVLS (UltraViolet light filters).

Another issue with large wood panels is the potential for the board to bow over time. However, this is easily avoided by "cradling" the wood. Which is building a support frame for the back of the wood painting. It not only prevents warping, but brings the painting away from the wall and gives you a place to attach a wire hanger.

Here's a new commissioned piece I just finished for a lovely couple:



"Summer Skin 2" 56cm x 76cm (22" x 30") Acrylic painting on birch panel.

Finishing up some new pieces.