“Shin Haus: Jaither West” Exhibition

Shin Gallery (66-68 Orchard St.)

[Image: Jaither West in his studio, Philadelphia, (2021) © SHIN GALLERY]

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Jaither West (b.1988) is a self-taught artist working and living in Philadelphia. Whether influenced by 80s hip-hop culture or passerby’s on a commute, West densely renders details from memory or selects relevant images researched online.

Jaither West (American, b. 1988), Rappers from California and a DJ from Philly, 2021
Acrylic and Graphite on Canvas, 40 x 30 in. (101.6 x 76.2 cm.) $ 4,000 USD
From famous personalities such as Michael Jackson to breakdancers in the streets, West merges history with marginalized moments in the present day. After months of intense research, the artist methodically paints both historical scenes and current socio-political events onto canvas. The latter allows for West to fully experience daily activities, all while paying homage to important historical figures before him.

Jaither West, Magic Gardens, 2019, Acrylic and Graphite on Canvas, 24 x 30 in. (63.5 x 76.2 cm.) $ 3,600 USD
An avid breakdancer and student of Taekwondo, West intertwines his passions to reflect a richer and more personal experience for the viewer. West’s layered compositions allow for intimate study through various eras, characters, and subjects of interest. From South Korea to 1980s B-Boy culture, Wests’ paintings are a clear representation and tribute to his hometown of Philadelphia.

Jaither West, Leopard in China Town Philly, Acrylic and Graphite on Canvas, 30 x 24 in. (76.2 x 63.5 cm.) $ 3,600 USD
SHIN HAUS is a monthly exhibition program aiming to display the work of emerging, cutting-edge contemporary artists. Comprised of a diverse group of individuals, the selected work explore social, political, and personal identity, expressing the artists individual perspectives and practices. The gallery’s international platform focuses on providing ample exposure and opportunity for the exhibition’s selected artists.