Robert Williams created the magazine "Juxtapoz" in 1994, paying homage to lowbrow art that is figurative with pop, narrative, surreal and occasionally psychedelic themes, in a variety of media and art styles. It is today one of the most successful art magazines nationwide. "Hail the voyeur, the only honest connoisseur," is one of his favorite statements.I found this particular piece an interesting complement to the themes we're currently studying in class. Although this work is only oil on canvas, it has the feel of a collage with all of the seemingly random stuff he has thrown in there. One also gets a sense of freedom and joy from his bright color choices, despite the very crowded composition.
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