《Buffet for the Eyes》─ 收藏展Private Collection Exhibition
文/大雋藝術
《Buffet for the Eyes》收藏展匯聚了超過20件藝術品，涵蓋從20世紀西方藝術家到東方藝術家的傑作，包含繪畫與雕塑，邀請觀眾進入一場視覺的盛宴。這次身臨其境的體驗不僅展示了近年來在藝術市場上備受矚目的藝術家之作品，還提供了一窺畫廊年輕二代主理人收藏的難得機會。
Consisting of over 20 artworks, ranging from 20th-century Western artists to Eastern artists, including paintings and sculptures, the exhibition “Buffet for the Eyes” invites viewers to immersive into a feast for the eyes. This immersive experience not only presents works from highly regarded artists in the recent art market but also offers a glimpse into the collection of the gallery’s young second-generation owner.
“Buffet”一詞源自一種迷人的用餐方式，賓客們可以在精美擺設的餐桌旁漫步，從豐富多樣的菜餚中自行取餐。這種優雅的傳統在18世紀風靡一時，並延續至今。同樣地，這個名為“視覺盛宴”的展覽經過精心策劃，通過藝術家們豐富多樣的主題和如夢似幻的敘事技巧，深深吸引觀眾。透過這場視覺饗宴，觀眾被邀請品味藝術表達的深厚內涵，每一件作品都化為想像的愉悅盛宴，帶領他們踏上創意無限的奇幻旅程，使心靈與思想得到美妙的滋養。
The word “buffet” blossomed into a charming style of dining where guests wander through a delightful spread of dishes, serving themselves from a beautifully arranged table. This enchanting tradition captivated the 18th century and has endured ever since. Similarly, the exhibition, whimsically titled “Buffet for the Eyes”, is thoughtfully curated to captivate visitors with a diverse array of themes and magical storytelling techniques from various artists. Through this visual feast, visitors are invited to savor the richness of artistic expression, making each piece a delightful treat for the imagination and a whimsical journey through the boundless landscapes of creativity, leaving hearts and minds beautifully nourished.
展覽中的每件作品展示了不同文化背景下藝術表達的廣度與深度。觀眾被邀請深入了解其背後的故事，探索塑造藝術家創作的歷史背景、個人靈感和文化意義。《Buffet for the Eyes》收藏展不僅僅是一場展覽，更是一份邀請，邀請人們體驗20世紀藝術的豐富織錦。它慶祝藝術表達的多樣性和藝術對社會的持久影響。大雋藝術熱情邀請各位蒞臨，共享這場視覺的盛宴！
Each artwork in the exhibition is meticulously chosen to represent the breadth and depth of artistic expression from different cultural backgrounds. Visitors are invited to delve into the narratives behind each piece, exploring the historical context, personal inspirations, and cultural significance that shaped the artists’ creations. “Buffet for the Eyes” is not just an exhibition but an invitation to experience the rich tapestry of 20th-century art. It celebrates the diversity of artistic expression and the enduring impact of art on society. Rich Art Gallery warmly invites everyone to attend and share in this visual feast!
推薦作品暨藝術家介紹
⊹Matías Sánchez馬蒂亞斯‧桑切斯⊹
馬蒂亞斯·桑切斯（Matías Sánchez）是一位自學成才的藝術家，1972年出生於德國圖賓根，現居西班牙塞維利亞。其獨特的藝術風格以厚塗油畫描繪誇張而異想天開的人物，這些人物的表情看似怪異，卻帶有頑皮的幽默感，充分展現了他的想像力。創作時，桑切斯不拘泥於主題或標題，而是從色彩和諧開始，隨著創作進展，自然浮現出反覆的圖案。他的作品是對色彩和顏料的探索，並模糊了抽象與具象的界線。
桑切斯深受菲利普·古斯頓（Philip Guston）、喬治·格羅茲（George Grosz）、奧托·迪克斯（Otto Dix）、圖盧茲·勞特累克（Toulouse Lautrec）、巴勃羅·畢加索（Pablo Picasso）和尚·米歇爾·巴斯奇亞（Jean-Michel Basquiat）等畫家的影響，使他的風格充滿創新與活力，並吸收了流行文化的語言，成為社會的真實反映。近年來，他參加了許多國際藝術博覽會，其作品被南加州大學藝術博物館（USC Fisher Museum of Art）以及紐約、洛杉磯、香港、西班牙、巴黎等地的畫廊收藏。
Matías Sánchez is a self-taught artist born in 1972, in Tübingen, Germany, and is currently residing in Seville, Spain. He has developed a signature style of thickly applied oil paint depicting exaggerated and whimsical figures. The expression appears may see weird, yet they possess a playful sense of humor, capturing Sánchez’s imaginative world. When creating, Sánchez does not adhere to specific themes or titles but rather begins with harmonious colors, allowing recurring patterns to naturally emerge as the work progresses. His creations are an exploration of color and paint, blurring the lines between abstraction and figuration.
Sánchez is deeply influenced by painters such as Philip Guston, George Grosz, Otto Dix, Toulouse Lautrec, Pablo Picasso, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, infusing his style with innovation and vitality while incorporating the language of popular culture, thus becoming a reflection of society. In recent years, he has participated in numerous international art fairs, and his works have been collected by institutions such as the USC Fisher Museum of Art, as well as galleries in New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Spain, Paris, and elsewhere.
⊹奈良美智 Yoshitomo NARA⊹
生於1959年，奈良美智是當代日本最具影響力的藝術家之一。他以獨特的藝術風格和充滿童趣的創作而聞名。作品包括繪畫、雕塑、裝置藝術和插畫，充滿強烈個人風格，簡潔明快的線條和鮮明的色彩使其藝術極具吸引力。奈良美智作品中經常出現大眼睛、小嘴巴的孩子及動物形象，這些形象以看似天真無邪、卻帶有反叛和孤獨氣息，反映了藝術家對現代社會和人類心理的深刻洞察。作為一位前瞻性的藝術家，奈良美智不斷挑戰藝術的界限，透過作品與觀眾進行深層次的交流互動。他的藝術創作不僅表達了個人內心的情感，也反映了當代社會的種種矛盾和挑戰，給觀者帶來了豐富的思考空間和情感共鳴。
奈良美智的創作深受日本傳統文化和西方流行文化影響，在日本廣受歡迎，在國際上也享有很高的聲譽。其作品曾在全球多地的著名美術館和畫廊展出，包括紐約現代藝術博物館、洛杉磯現代藝術博物館、倫敦泰特現代美術館等。
Born in 1959, Yoshitomo Nara is one of the most influential contemporary artists in Japan. He is renowned for his unique artistic style and whimsical creations. His works, including paintings, sculptures, installations, and illustrations, are characterized by strong personal style, simple yet bold lines, and vibrant colors, making them visually captivating. Nara’s artworks often feature children and animal figures with large eyes and small mouths, portraying an innocent yet rebellious and lonely atmosphere, reflecting the artist’s profound insight into modern society and the human psychology. As a forward-thinking artist, Nara continually challenges the boundaries of art, engaging in deep interactions with his audience through his works. His creations not only express his inner emotions but also mirror the various contradictions and challenges of contemporary society, providing viewers with ample space for reflection and emotional resonance.
Nara’s creations are heavily influenced by traditional Japanese culture and Western popular culture. His work is not only highly popular in Japan but also internationally. His pieces have been exhibited in renowned museums and galleries worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles, and the Tate Modern in London.
⊹名和晃平Kohei Nawa⊹
名和晃平於1975年生於京都，日本，於京都市立藝術大學取得美術創作博士學位。他以獨特的創作風格聞名。其最著名的「PixCell」系列將動物雕塑包裹在無數小球體中，創造出獨特視覺效果，探討真實與虛擬的界線及生命與科技的關係。他結合傳統雕塑和特殊媒材，如玻璃珠、樹脂、溶膠等，展現對藝術與科技融合的前衛理念。除了「PixCell」系列，他的作品還包括大型裝置藝術、繪畫和影像製作。名和晃平的作品反思當代社會和科技發展，並關懷自然和人文。其創作風格獨特多樣，為觀者帶來豐富的視覺和思想體驗。
Kohei Nawa was born in Kyoto, Japan, in 1975, and graduated from Kyoto City University of Arts with a doctoral degree in Fine Arts. He is renowned for his unique artistic style. His most famous series of works is the “PixCell” series, in which animal sculptures are encased in countless small spheres, creating a distinctive visual effect while exploring the boundary between reality and virtuality, as well as the relationship between life and technology. He combines traditional sculpture with special materials such as glass beads, resin, and silicone to create his sculptural works, showcasing Nawa’s avant-garde concept of integrating art and technology. In addition to the “PixCell” series, Nawa’s works also include large-scale installation art, painting, and video production. His works are often filled with reflections on contemporary society and technological development, while also embodying a profound concern for nature and humanity. His unique and diverse artistic style provides viewers with rich visual and intellectual experiences.
⊹ Roby Dwi Antono 羅比‧安托諾⊹
羅比‧安托諾（Roby Dwi Antono）是一位1990年出生的印尼視覺藝術家。受到流行文化主題的啟發，並回顧了流行超現實主義之父馬克·萊登（Mark Ryden）和具有象徵意義的日本藝術家奈良美智（Yoshitomo Nara）的作品，他的畫作通常以擁有巨大眼睛的孩子、神話生物和流行文化偶像為特色。融合了超現實主義和古典文藝復興圖像的美學，安托諾創造出了一個獨特的當代對比。以獨特的風格融合了傳統和現代影響，他邀請觀眾深入超現實的風景，思考人類經驗的複雜性。安托諾生動而引人入勝的創作為他贏得了國內外的讚譽，使他成為當代藝術界的重要人物。他的作品曾在許多重要畫廊和博物館展出，並多次在拍賣會上被推出。
Roby Dwi Antono, born in 1990, is an Indonesian visual artist inspired by themes from pop culture and reminiscent of the works of Pop Surrealist founder Mark Ryden and iconic Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara. His paintings often feature children with giant eyes, mythological creatures, and pop culture icons. Fusing the aesthetics of Surrealism and Classical Renaissance imagery, Antono creates a contemporary juxtaposition that’s all his own. With a distinctive style blending traditional and contemporary influences, he invites viewers to delve into surreal landscapes and contemplate the complexities of the human experience. Antono’s vibrant and evocative creations have earned him acclaim both locally and internationally, establishing him as a prominent figure in the contemporary art scene. His works have been showcased in numerous key galleries and museums and have been offered at auction multiple times.
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《Buffet for the Eyes》─ 收藏展 Private Collection Exhibition
日期 Date｜2024/07/06 (六) — 2024/09/21 (六)
時間 Time｜週二至週日11:00–19:00 (週一公休)
地點 Venue｜大雋藝術 Rich Art Gallery (408台中市南屯區惠文路489號)
展覽專頁 Exhibition Website
