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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by RBK on Aug 7, 2007 17:50:18 GMT 1, Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw).
Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work.
Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw).
Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work.
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by jonpud on Aug 7, 2007 17:56:21 GMT 1, Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw). Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work.
Yeah, think you are right, need to see this in the flesh. Bit like the Found show, didn't like 'Turin Scam' much seeing images on pc but in real life it was stunning. Piece of the show for me though was a Nick Walker on zinc, but never thought abought buying one before!!
Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw). Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work. Yeah, think you are right, need to see this in the flesh. Bit like the Found show, didn't like 'Turin Scam' much seeing images on pc but in real life it was stunning. Piece of the show for me though was a Nick Walker on zinc, but never thought abought buying one before!! |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by Existencil on Aug 7, 2007 18:01:20 GMT 1, This KatoKato guy is cracking me up!
What an amateur!
This KatoKato guy is cracking me up!
What an amateur!
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by mickg on Aug 7, 2007 18:08:33 GMT 1, I need a doctor, beating myself up here for not liking something that everyone else does, what is this forum doing to me?  ??!! 
I'm like that with films - I hated Pulp Fiction & Lost In Translation... I think the more you're told how good something is the harder it is to like it.
I need a doctor, beating myself up here for not liking something that everyone else does, what is this forum doing to me? ??!! I'm like that with films - I hated Pulp Fiction & Lost In Translation... I think the more you're told how good something is the harder it is to like it. |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by numusic on Aug 7, 2007 18:18:00 GMT 1, Not that anyone will be interested but I have looked and looked at Neates work and i don't like it! I really want to like it but, sadly, I just don't! It must look a million times better in the flesh for so many people to be raving about it? Feel like I am missing out on something here!!!! Thank God - one less person to have to bid against  He obviously just doesn't speak to you - the beauty of art - different strokes for different folks. I on the other hand think in years time he will have blown both Banksy & Micallef out of the water (and I love me some Banksy!)
Can someone maybe say something about why they like a particular Neate piece ? and why that same person likes any and all of them. Some speak to me, others not. Queens is excellent, portraits ?!? I'd find all the hype a tad more believable if someone at least mentioned the content and intentions rather than the "image"... anyone ? everyone ?
Not that anyone will be interested but I have looked and looked at Neates work and i don't like it! I really want to like it but, sadly, I just don't! It must look a million times better in the flesh for so many people to be raving about it? Feel like I am missing out on something here!!!! Thank God - one less person to have to bid against He obviously just doesn't speak to you - the beauty of art - different strokes for different folks. I on the other hand think in years time he will have blown both Banksy & Micallef out of the water (and I love me some Banksy!) Can someone maybe say something about why they like a particular Neate piece ? and why that same person likes any and all of them. Some speak to me, others not. Queens is excellent, portraits ?!? I'd find all the hype a tad more believable if someone at least mentioned the content and intentions rather than the "image"... anyone ? everyone ? |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by jonpud on Aug 7, 2007 18:23:00 GMT 1, Just seen the self portraits for the first time, and sorry but not changed my opinion, in fact there are others that please my eye a little more but these seem to be the ones everyone is raving about?
Oh well at least I have saved myself a few quid!!!! And a lot of heartache!!!!
Just seen the self portraits for the first time, and sorry but not changed my opinion, in fact there are others that please my eye a little more but these seem to be the ones everyone is raving about?
Oh well at least I have saved myself a few quid!!!! And a lot of heartache!!!!
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by barry cilit on Aug 7, 2007 18:23:46 GMT 1, so you actually went to the gallery and saw them in person?
so you actually went to the gallery and saw them in person?
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by Existencil on Aug 7, 2007 18:30:19 GMT 1, The self portraits are the best in my opinion!
The self portraits are the best in my opinion!
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by havana07 on Aug 7, 2007 18:33:21 GMT 1, Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw). Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work.
I beg to differ.... Banksy is technically a great artist!
Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw). Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work. I beg to differ.... Banksy is technically a great artist! |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by numusic on Aug 7, 2007 18:39:52 GMT 1, Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw). Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work. I beg to differ.... Banksy is technically a great artist!
I agree, he's come on leaps and bounds.
Because it like comparing apples to oranges. Just because Banksy isn't technically a great artist - it doesn't take away from his genius. You can appreciate the skill and still not like the art. I doubt there are many that can't appeciate Logan Hick's skill - but when it comes down to people liking it, most people either really do or don't (I do btw). Go check out the show and I'd be interested to hear your review. No shame if it just doesn't speak to you. I appreciate the craft/skill behind many artists but would never purchase a piece of their work. I beg to differ.... Banksy is technically a great artist! I agree, he's come on leaps and bounds. |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by carlito on Aug 7, 2007 18:42:12 GMT 1, Thank God - one less person to have to bid against He obviously just doesn't speak to you - the beauty of art - different strokes for different folks. I on the other hand think in years time he will have blown both Banksy & Micallef out of the water (and I love me some Banksy!) Can someone maybe say something about why they like a particular Neate piece ? and why that same person likes any and all of them. Some speak to me, others not. Queens is excellent, portraits ?!? I'd find all the hype a tad more believable if someone at least mentioned the content and intentions rather than the "image"... anyone ? everyone ?
Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria...
in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing  ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look?
Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece
Thank God - one less person to have to bid against He obviously just doesn't speak to you - the beauty of art - different strokes for different folks. I on the other hand think in years time he will have blown both Banksy & Micallef out of the water (and I love me some Banksy!) Can someone maybe say something about why they like a particular Neate piece ? and why that same person likes any and all of them. Some speak to me, others not. Queens is excellent, portraits ?!? I'd find all the hype a tad more believable if someone at least mentioned the content and intentions rather than the "image"... anyone ? everyone ? Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria... in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look? Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by corblimeylimey on Aug 7, 2007 18:49:02 GMT 1, He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here.
www.adamneate.co.uk/
I wouldn't rave about the shark pic.
He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here. www.adamneate.co.uk/I wouldn't rave about the shark pic. |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by carlito on Aug 7, 2007 18:50:24 GMT 1, but then these are pieces he's admitted to completing in a couple of mins and placing on the street... really no comparison
but then these are pieces he's admitted to completing in a couple of mins and placing on the street... really no comparison
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by stuey09 on Aug 7, 2007 18:51:15 GMT 1, Carlito a plus one from me mate. Not for your valient effort to teach Brian Sewell a thing or two, but for having equally good taste in your music.
Carlito a plus one from me mate. Not for your valient effort to teach Brian Sewell a thing or two, but for having equally good taste in your music.
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by carlito on Aug 7, 2007 18:53:59 GMT 1, Carlito a plus one from me mate. Not for your valient effort to teach Brian Sewell a thing or two, but for having equally good taste in your music.
cheers Stuey..just been listening to the Mark Ronson version of 'stop me' ..
Carlito a plus one from me mate. Not for your valient effort to teach Brian Sewell a thing or two, but for having equally good taste in your music. cheers Stuey..just been listening to the Mark Ronson version of 'stop me' .. |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by stuey09 on Aug 7, 2007 18:57:33 GMT 1, Niiiiiiiice (cue the John Thompson Jazz voice)
Have you heard How soon is now by Tatu? Not up to the original, but a pleasant surprise. Mind, it would be a difficult track to screw up.
Niiiiiiiice (cue the John Thompson Jazz voice)
Have you heard How soon is now by Tatu? Not up to the original, but a pleasant surprise. Mind, it would be a difficult track to screw up.
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by alderevans2007 on Aug 7, 2007 18:59:01 GMT 1, He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here. www.adamneate.co.uk/I wouldn't rave about the shark pic.
I think alot of those piece are just a means to an end. He doesn't seem like the person to fret over what people see. He just expresses himself, paints what he feels and some of those ideas develop into really nice pieces. It's probably him just experimenting with composition, colour...etc.
Could be talking crap!
He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here. www.adamneate.co.uk/I wouldn't rave about the shark pic. I think alot of those piece are just a means to an end. He doesn't seem like the person to fret over what people see. He just expresses himself, paints what he feels and some of those ideas develop into really nice pieces. It's probably him just experimenting with composition, colour...etc. Could be talking crap! |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by iwouldfollow youanywhere on Aug 7, 2007 18:59:51 GMT 1, He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here. www.adamneate.co.uk/I wouldn't rave about the shark pic.
thats like taking those banksy sketches/collages from his website and saying 'these are no good'
neate probably did each of those in about a minute..
hardly comparable with gallery work
He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here. www.adamneate.co.uk/I wouldn't rave about the shark pic. thats like taking those banksy sketches/collages from his website and saying 'these are no good' neate probably did each of those in about a minute.. hardly comparable with gallery work |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by carlito on Aug 7, 2007 19:00:30 GMT 1, not sure if I ever had the sound up when they were on tv ... but yeah did hear hard to ever hate a song u love ... and vice versa when i heard the Arctic Monkeys do Love Machine by Girls Aloud!
not sure if I ever had the sound up when they were on tv ... but yeah did hear hard to ever hate a song u love ... and vice versa when i heard the Arctic Monkeys do Love Machine by Girls Aloud! |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by numusic on Aug 7, 2007 19:02:09 GMT 1, Can someone maybe say something about why they like a particular Neate piece ? and why that same person likes any and all of them. Some speak to me, others not. Queens is excellent, portraits ?!? I'd find all the hype a tad more believable if someone at least mentioned the content and intentions rather than the "image"... anyone ? everyone ? Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria... in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look? Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece
Perfect mate, the comparison with the Smiths is probably spot on "heaven knows I'm miserable now", I get the same feeling from a few of them, kind of f**k it, happily depressed .Quite an odd shift.. we have these overtly cute Faile & Aiko rabbits, bright explosions of colour from Mcattee, Micallef's disturbingly grown up "loss of innocence" kids, irony loaded social commentary from Banksy.. and these depressingly "wallowing in it" portraits from Neate.
I'd say a combination of Neate and Banksy epitomised the Britain of today. Floods, Foot and Mouth, Celebrity, and Manufactured pap culture. Brilliant that art has stepped in to fill the void that corporate culture and celebrity politics created. Never thought I'd see the day !
Can someone maybe say something about why they like a particular Neate piece ? and why that same person likes any and all of them. Some speak to me, others not. Queens is excellent, portraits ?!? I'd find all the hype a tad more believable if someone at least mentioned the content and intentions rather than the "image"... anyone ? everyone ? Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria... in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look? Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece Perfect mate, the comparison with the Smiths is probably spot on "heaven knows I'm miserable now", I get the same feeling from a few of them, kind of f**k it, happily depressed .Quite an odd shift.. we have these overtly cute Faile & Aiko rabbits, bright explosions of colour from Mcattee, Micallef's disturbingly grown up "loss of innocence" kids, irony loaded social commentary from Banksy.. and these depressingly "wallowing in it" portraits from Neate. I'd say a combination of Neate and Banksy epitomised the Britain of today. Floods, Foot and Mouth, Celebrity, and Manufactured pap culture. Brilliant that art has stepped in to fill the void that corporate culture and celebrity politics created. Never thought I'd see the day ! |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by Curley on Aug 7, 2007 19:11:21 GMT 1, Niiiiiiiice (cue the John Thompson Jazz voice) Have you heard How soon is now by Tatu? Not up to the original, but a pleasant surprise. Mind, it would be a difficult track to screw up.
Try Schnieder TM ... The light 3000
a glitchy electronic cover of There's a light that never goes out.
very cool...
oh yeah and the adam Neate pictures are cool Carlito. Better than mine came out.
Niiiiiiiice (cue the John Thompson Jazz voice) Have you heard How soon is now by Tatu? Not up to the original, but a pleasant surprise. Mind, it would be a difficult track to screw up. Try Schnieder TM ... The light 3000 a glitchy electronic cover of There's a light that never goes out. very cool... oh yeah and the adam Neate pictures are cool Carlito. Better than mine came out. |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by tomhills1 on Aug 7, 2007 19:11:33 GMT 1, only you can dictate what you do and don't like john, nothing worse than going with the flow for the sake of it, it has to be genuine appreciation. it's always good when people show that they are true to themselves and that whatever is flavour of the month is not going to swap their opinion just because it's popular. on the other hand, you are completely wrong and need your eyes testing . ;D Problem is mate by the time I realise I am wrong I can't f**king afford it!! ;D
by the time i make up my mind on most things they're long gone!!
and they say 'act in haste, repent at leisure', more like don't act in haste, repent at leisure!
only you can dictate what you do and don't like john, nothing worse than going with the flow for the sake of it, it has to be genuine appreciation. it's always good when people show that they are true to themselves and that whatever is flavour of the month is not going to swap their opinion just because it's popular. on the other hand, you are completely wrong and need your eyes testing . ;D Problem is mate by the time I realise I am wrong I can't f**king afford it!! ;D by the time i make up my mind on most things they're long gone!! and they say 'act in haste, repent at leisure', more like don't act in haste, repent at leisure! |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by alderevans2007 on Aug 7, 2007 19:13:01 GMT 1, Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria... in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look? Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece Perfect mate, the comparison with the Smiths is probably spot on "heaven knows I'm miserable now", I get the same feeling from a few of them, kind of f**k it, happily depressed .Quite an odd shift.. we have these overtly cute Faile & Aiko rabbits, bright explosions of colour from Mcattee, Micallef's disturbingly grown up "loss of innocence" kids, irony loaded social commentary from Banksy.. and these depressingly "wallowing in it" portraits from Neate. I'd say a combination of Neate and Banksy epitomised the Britain of today. Floods, Foot and Mouth, Celebrity, and Manufactured pap culture. Brilliant that art has stepped in to fill the void that corporate culture and celebrity politics created. Never thought I'd see the day !
I'm liking that summary. More refreshing than people just saying they are cool. Nice one! ;D
Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria... in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look? Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece Perfect mate, the comparison with the Smiths is probably spot on "heaven knows I'm miserable now", I get the same feeling from a few of them, kind of f**k it, happily depressed .Quite an odd shift.. we have these overtly cute Faile & Aiko rabbits, bright explosions of colour from Mcattee, Micallef's disturbingly grown up "loss of innocence" kids, irony loaded social commentary from Banksy.. and these depressingly "wallowing in it" portraits from Neate. I'd say a combination of Neate and Banksy epitomised the Britain of today. Floods, Foot and Mouth, Celebrity, and Manufactured pap culture. Brilliant that art has stepped in to fill the void that corporate culture and celebrity politics created. Never thought I'd see the day ! I'm liking that summary. More refreshing than people just saying they are cool. Nice one! ;D |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by arcam on Aug 7, 2007 19:15:37 GMT 1, He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here.
These will have took him just minutes to do and despite that some of them are just brilliant.
He's done literally 1000's of works, and I've got to say some of it isn't very good IMO, check out what I'm talking about here. These will have took him just minutes to do and despite that some of them are just brilliant. |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by carlito on Aug 7, 2007 19:16:41 GMT 1, Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria... in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look? Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece Perfect mate, the comparison with the Smiths is probably spot on "heaven knows I'm miserable now", I get the same feeling from a few of them, kind of f**k it, happily depressed .Quite an odd shift.. we have these overtly cute Faile & Aiko rabbits, bright explosions of colour from Mcattee, Micallef's disturbingly grown up "loss of innocence" kids, irony loaded social commentary from Banksy.. and these depressingly "wallowing in it" portraits from Neate. I'd say a combination of Neate and Banksy epitomised the Britain of today. Floods, Foot and Mouth, Celebrity, and Manufactured pap culture. Brilliant that art has stepped in to fill the void that corporate culture and celebrity politics created. Never thought I'd see the day !
well put Nu - i think you've hit the nail on the head - it certainly fills the void in my cynical old head
Nu could you give me some artsy language i could use to explain how I like them..as I'm not versed in art speak so i may not meet your criteria... in laymans terms I like them as they are beautiful to look it, have meaning I understand on both a basic level and on further contemplation much deeper levels, for example the rich colours and brush strokes show broad sweeping movements and figures in action...and many with an inherent sadness (that being an 80's Smiths fan I find appealing ) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look? Very few fine artists have any appeal to me, but Adam's work has opened the door to me and i enjoy it in an almost emotional way...not sure if this was what you were looking for..but its a little of my take on his work without actually examining each piece Perfect mate, the comparison with the Smiths is probably spot on "heaven knows I'm miserable now", I get the same feeling from a few of them, kind of f**k it, happily depressed .Quite an odd shift.. we have these overtly cute Faile & Aiko rabbits, bright explosions of colour from Mcattee, Micallef's disturbingly grown up "loss of innocence" kids, irony loaded social commentary from Banksy.. and these depressingly "wallowing in it" portraits from Neate. I'd say a combination of Neate and Banksy epitomised the Britain of today. Floods, Foot and Mouth, Celebrity, and Manufactured pap culture. Brilliant that art has stepped in to fill the void that corporate culture and celebrity politics created. Never thought I'd see the day ! well put Nu - i think you've hit the nail on the head - it certainly fills the void in my cynical old head |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by tomhills1 on Aug 7, 2007 19:23:11 GMT 1, right, seems how we're using music analagies to try and describe adam neate's work here's my stab. for me there is a parrallel to someone like the coral (any other underrated technically superb band will do - doves perhaps). on first appearences they both seem appealing, yet it's their simplicity that first gets you. on closer inspection and with more time and effort put in getting to know them, they make you love them truly with their depth and attention to detail, that's what seperates the men from the boys.
i also believe that is the key to them getting such levels of devotionand loyalty, you have to work to get to know them but once you do, you feel like you've discovered them by yourself for yourself.
now, if any of that makes sense i'll be amazed!
right, seems how we're using music analagies to try and describe adam neate's work here's my stab. for me there is a parrallel to someone like the coral (any other underrated technically superb band will do - doves perhaps). on first appearences they both seem appealing, yet it's their simplicity that first gets you. on closer inspection and with more time and effort put in getting to know them, they make you love them truly with their depth and attention to detail, that's what seperates the men from the boys.
i also believe that is the key to them getting such levels of devotionand loyalty, you have to work to get to know them but once you do, you feel like you've discovered them by yourself for yourself.
now, if any of that makes sense i'll be amazed!
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by carlito on Aug 7, 2007 19:30:50 GMT 1, perfect sense if you'd said 'joy division' rather than the coral UGH lol
perfect sense if you'd said 'joy division' rather than the coral UGH lol |
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by manchestermike on Aug 7, 2007 19:33:39 GMT 1, The Coral???
Is this a Hutch thread?
The Coral???
Is this a Hutch thread?
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Adam Neate The bigger picture, by numusic on Aug 7, 2007 19:36:13 GMT 1, right, seems how we're using music analagies to try and describe adam neate's work here's my stab. for me there is a parrallel to someone like the coral (any other underrated technically superb band will do - doves perhaps). on first appearences they both seem appealing, yet it's their simplicity that first gets you. on closer inspection and with more time and effort put in getting to know them, they make you love them truly with their depth and attention to detail, that's what seperates the men from the boys. i also believe that is the key to them getting such levels of devotionand loyalty, you have to work to get to know them but once you do, you feel like you've discovered them by yourself for yourself. now, if any of that makes sense i'll be amazed!
Gave me great idea, make an Adam Neate picture and add one of those little sound cards.. stick it under the cardboard and program it to moan different things, " I was happy in the haze of a drunken hour..".. ha ha..
Anyone wanna lend me their original ?
right, seems how we're using music analagies to try and describe adam neate's work here's my stab. for me there is a parrallel to someone like the coral (any other underrated technically superb band will do - doves perhaps). on first appearences they both seem appealing, yet it's their simplicity that first gets you. on closer inspection and with more time and effort put in getting to know them, they make you love them truly with their depth and attention to detail, that's what seperates the men from the boys. i also believe that is the key to them getting such levels of devotionand loyalty, you have to work to get to know them but once you do, you feel like you've discovered them by yourself for yourself. now, if any of that makes sense i'll be amazed! Gave me great idea, make an Adam Neate picture and add one of those little sound cards.. stick it under the cardboard and program it to moan different things, " I was happy in the haze of a drunken hour..".. ha ha.. Anyone wanna lend me their original ? |
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) ...have i mentioned how gorgeous they look?
