Painting titled "MERRY GO ROUND" by Sasha Bom, Original Artwork, Oil

MERRY GO ROUND (2016) Painting by Sasha Bom

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Original Artwork Painting, Oil on Canvas

Artworks classification

Original Artwork

Original Artwork refers to any work that is considered authentic and not a copy or imitation of the original works of an artist. Original artwork can be any type of painting, sculpture, performance, or other media. There are many types of original media. Mixed media includes oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings. For workshop paintings that bear evidence of master craftsmanship, this attribution must be further qualified. While they may be less valuable for different reasons, reproductions and copies have had a tremendous impact on our experience. They reach a greater audience than originals and act as a tonic against commodification. Original Artwork could also refer to the first work, which is always preceding all others. It could also refer to a prototype or a model from which other works can be made. Each work bears great similarities to the original.
Dimensions Height 47.2in, Width 59.1in
Categories Surrealism

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Sasha Bom

Russia

Sasha Bom is a contemporary Russian artist who has garnered recognition in the art world for his unique and captivating collage work. In his collages of glossy magazines and multi-colored[...]

Sasha Bom is a contemporary Russian artist who has garnered recognition in the art world for his unique and captivating collage work. In his collages of glossy magazines and multi-colored paper, Sasha Bom creates emotional intensity and acuity by combining bright, contrasting colors and careful selection of images.

Bom's artistry thrives in the creation of visually striking collages that effectively captivate viewers and elicit emotional depth. His work is marked by a distinct ability to fuse vibrant, contrasting colors with a meticulously curated selection of images. It is this amalgamation of elements that allows him to convey a powerful emotional intensity in his art.

One of the hallmarks of Sasha Bom's art is the transformation of human faces into mesmerizing compositions formed by advertising slogans, symbols, brand names, and photographs sourced from magazines. These unconventional portraits are not merely aesthetic but serve as poignant commentary on the contemporary human experience, heavily influenced by the omnipresent world of advertising and mass media.

In the realm of his craft, Sasha Bom employs modern advertising and media as integral components of his storytelling. His works serve as a mirror reflecting the story of modern individuals navigating a world saturated with marketing, consumerism, and the relentless influence of the media. Through his vibrant collages, he explores the emotional and psychological facets of existence, inviting viewers to reflect upon their own place in the modern human narrative.