SHINTARO MIYAKE – CALM CLAM
2011-06-27Miyake’s works characteristically tackle classical and mythological themes such as history and mythology. The exhibition at Gabriel Galerie Rolt is no exception,
concentrating on the opposing notions of fear and relief, which battle and tussle with each other across the frieze-like expanses of the works.
Miyake’s work performs an important role in the Japanese New Pop art movement. As with previous series, for Galerie Gabriel Rolt he has created a specific iconography. A seated figure with a clam’s head takes the centre of the drawings, each with Miyake’s signature long and seemingly boneless arms. While working on a drawing Miyake always dresses up – like a puppet – taking on the character he is painting.
About this he has stated, “To wear the character costume is an expression of making a portrait of myself. I feel something is missing just showing a completed work.” As such, Miyake’s works only become whole through performance; the artist includes himself – quite literally – in their creation.
Exhibition runs from July 2nd to August 6th, 2011
Galerie Gabriel Rolt
Elandsgracht 341016 TW
Amsterdam
Netherlands
