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This exhibition, running from 26th of September - 3rd of October 2024, showcases a compelling collection of new works that delve into the complexities of modern identity and culture. The exhibition comes shortly after the aritst’s major solo exhibition at MAM, (Modern Art Museum), Shanghai.

Robyn Ward is celebrated for his dynamic use of colour and layered imagery, which fuse elements of street art, pop culture, and classical techniques. In ‘Future Landscapes,’ Ward explores the juxtaposition of innocence and chaos, drawing inspiration from his Irish heritage and the vibrant energy of urban life. Through his work, Ward invites viewers to engage with themes of identity, memory, and transformation, crafting a visual narrative that resonates with both personal and universal experiences.

‘Sunset of the Day After the Night Before’ features a series of large-scale paintings that are both visually striking and thought-provoking. Ward’s bold compositions capture moments of transformation and resilience, portraying characters caught in the fluid dance of societal change. His work challenges conventional perceptions, prompting dialogue and introspection.

Ward’s process is intuitive and spontaneous, allowing him to connect with each piece on a visceral level. His paintings serve as a tapestry of stories, exploring the boundaries between past and present, reality and imagination. As a global citizen who has traversed various cultures, Ward’s art reflects a fusion of diverse influences, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary themes.

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About the Artist

Robyn Ward (b.1982 Dublin) tells a bold narrative that is both timely and provocative through painting and sculpture. Born in Ireland and growing up in Northern Ireland, Ward takes his personal experience of destruction, chaos, and governance commenting on the breakdown of society, relating it to both historical and modern-day global conflict. This allows him to examine how the world has been shaped by the past; from climate change and environmental destruction to socio-economic inequality. Reoccurring images are obscured and unveiled in Ward’s multi-faceted canvases. Using wet, loose brush strokes with distinctive markings he tells this story through a nostalgic veil of innocence and naivety, revealing snapshots of the past while simultaneously obscuring or hiding others. “Each layer depicts a different fragment of time” Ward comments “often they are screen- shots of parts of my life”.

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gallery rosenfeld is a leading contemporary art gallery dedicated to presenting ambitious, concept-driven work by an international community of artists. Founded in London’s Fitzrovia in 2011 by Ian Rosenfeld, the gallery has established itself as a dynamic platform for artistic discovery, supporting both emerging and established practitioners across painting, sculpture, installation, performance and multidisciplinary practice.

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