Ben McLaughlin "Recent Paintings"

Heskin Contemporary

poster for Ben McLaughlin "Recent Paintings"

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Ben McLaughlin’s paintings are cinematic, steeped in ambiguous atmosphere and emotion. His work suggests human alienation, presenting everyday subjects dislocated through cropping and unusual viewpoints. The titles themselves, drawn from newspapers, radio, crossword puzzles and other equally unexpected sources, confront the spectator with conundrums that deepen the sense of uncertainty. Painters and photographers have played an influence on the artist ranging from Sickert to Hopper and Steichen to Stieglitz, as well as contemporary coulture; the overheard conversation, half-glimpsed headlines and hotel rooms that form a backdrop to our lives. This exhibition of recent works presents a rewarding and revealing exploration of the work of one of Britain’s most exciting young figurative artist.

[Image: Ben McLaughlin "Sunday: 7 down. Greet warmly (7)" (2008) oil on panel 4.5 x 6.75 in.]

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from May 21, 2009 to June 27, 2009

Opening Reception on 2009-05-21 from 18:00 to 21:00

Artist(s)

Ben McLaughlin

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