Don’t worry; I know now. It basically means: posting old sh*t that you never got around publishing before.
Well, The Finder’s event with Burton Morris sure is old news by now! (It took place in october last year,more then half a year ago.)
But who really cares about that? Actuality is so overrated, as is minimalism, sports, symmetry and seasons, to mention just a few of my not-so-favourite things.
OK, drifting of topic here. Back to that evening at ION Art gallery.
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| Burton Morris on the left, listening to John Gordon, Managing Editor from the Finder doing his speech. |
Singapore’s well-known expat magazine The Finder celebrated it’s 20th year anniversary with an exhibition-opening showcasing works from Burton Morris, an american pop-art artist, who was present for the occasion.
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| The artist chatting with one of the guests. |
The Finder. What can I tell you about that monthly magazine?
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| This young woman designed both the lay-out of the anniversary edition from The Finder and the exhibition booklet. I think she did a great job. |
Well, I was probably the only person at the event who never heard of, let alone read a single page, of the magazine. Shame on me, lousy expat that I am.
My friend Sylvia, who invited me along, could not believe that in my four years in Singapore (going towards five now), I had never ever laid eyes on The Finder.
Sorry, but seriously, I had not. Even nowadays, I find it hard to find The Finder (did you notice my funny play with words?). The only place where I know I can pick it up is at the Hard Rock Cafe near Orchard.
So now I do read The Finder. It is informative and the few longer articles are nice to read, but there are a bit too many adds in it for my taste. I also don’t find it easy on the eyes (bit messy look, small font).
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| They did a wonderful article on my friend Sylvia from 40plusstyle. |
But hey, it’s free and has tons of info, so what am I complaining about?!
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| All of these people, yes all of them, are totally familiar with The Finder, unlike myself at the time;-). |
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| The heels of the lady on the right side of the table are quite unusual: a thin ‘slice’ of wood. |
Anyways, let’s check out Burton Morris, who I keep naming Tim Burton. Like I always mix up Monmartre and Notre Dame and other words that have similar letters in them in different orders. I wonder wether I have a hint of dyslexia… Oops, drifting of topic again; ok, back to Tim Burton Burton Morris.
He is a very well-known and good selling pop-art artist who’s work reminds me quite a lot of that by Roy Lichtenstein. What do you think? Do you see the resemblance?
Not surprising, by the way, since Lichtenstein is one of his inspirations.
Information was provided about the used techniques and the way Burton works. Quite interesting reads, I thought.
The prices of his art are pretty steep and way above my budget!
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| I like this work, being inspired by ‘our’ dutch Van Gogh, who’s art I like a lot. |
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| SGD 36.000 equals( roughly) 21.000 euro / 30.000 USD |
Although I love cartoons, graphic novels and pop art, Burton’s work is not entirely my taste. I’m not sure why, assuming that it is even possible to explain why one does or does not like specific art.
But I will give it a try; I think that his lines are just a tad too thick/fat for my taste. Or it is the ‘exclamation’ and ‘shadow’ stripes?
Oh well, I give up…I don’t know why.
My friend Sylvia was drawn to the art, until she saw the prices:-).
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| Sylvia looked nice in what I consider to be one of her most flattering looks ever. |
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| My look…not so hot. This skirt length does not work for me in combination with that top. Or is it just the top? At least I carried a torch;-)! |
All in all Sylvia and I had an entertaining night. Interesting art, delicious drinks, nice people, what more can one want?
What do you think? Do you like this art? Were you already familiar with the work of Burton Morris?
What is the highest amount you ever spent on art?
Interesting…. I discussed the photos of Burton’s art with Ron and he agrees with you. He likes Roy’s work, but does not like Burton’s work more than: ” hmmm yeah, alright”. He thinks his work is “too hard”. Presumably the same as what is holding you back: lines too thick, colours too bright. I quite like some of his work. The one Sylvia standing in front of, and the three with the fruit bowls (have to have all three then). But not as these prices. The most we ever spent on art (the big waterbird painting) was € 4.500,-.
And I agree that Sylvia looks very good in this outfit. I also think I know why you don’t particularly like yours (here we go… I am going to give a styling advice now hahaha): you are wearing wide on wide and the proportions lengthwise are 50/50. I would suggest to wear the top on skinnies and to wear a fitted top with the skirt (not sure whether to wear it tucked in or over the skirt… Probably the latter, but fitted so I can see your waist). Ignore me if you think I talk rubbish.
Greetje
About my half-half look; I think you are very right, Greetje. See, you’ve got an eye for fashion and proportions!;-)
I am inclined to agree with Ron’s “too hard/harsh”.
And I think I don’t own any ‘real’ art, so I have not spent any money on it. Having said that I occasionally buy really small art things, costing something between 25 and 100 euros.
On the other hand… Art does not have to be expensive, especially not for those who have the eye to spot an upcoming artist.
Totally right! We just had The Affordable Art Fair here for these opportunities. Sylvia and Michiel grabbed theirs; we came home empty-handed. But in fact that was to be expected and fine too.
I’ve seen his work before and I agree with you…I don’t really care for it. Looks too simple. Well it really looks like a comic book. Or an ad. I think that is why. Too commercial looking. Just like Warhol.
bisous
Suzanne
Strange thing is: I am a comic book fan and I like Andy Warhol’s work, especially after seeing a very interesting, extensive exhibit about him here in Singapore. And yet I do not really like Burton Morris….