Anthony Vade
Anthony Vade is a multifaceted artist specializing in visual and auditory mediums. His innovative work blends traditional painting and mixed media with cutting-edge technology like augmented reality and video projection. Beyond his personal artistry, Vade is a renowned designer of major events and experiences, collaborating with leading global organizations and brands. His professional work fuels his art, providing a platform for unbridled creativity and experimentation. Vade's unique blend of art and technology creates immersive experiences that challenge perceptions and inspire audiences.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Modern art must transcend traditional formats and constraints to remain relevant and impactful. It's vital to incorporate technology, as it expands the canvas of creativity, enabling artists to explore new dimensions and mediums. By integrating technology, art becomes more interactive, fostering a deeper connection between the viewer and the artwork. This participatory approach transforms viewers from passive observers to active participants, enhancing their engagement and understanding. It's not just about viewing art; it's about experiencing it. In this digital age, art must evolve, pushing boundaries and challenging norms to continue inspiring, provoking thought, and reflecting our ever-changing world.
Anthony Vade is a multifaceted artist specializing in visual and auditory mediums. His innovative work blends traditional painting and mixed media with cutting-edge technology like augmented reality and video projection. Beyond his personal artistry, Vade is a renowned designer of major events and experiences, collaborating with leading global organizations and brands. His professional work fuels his art, providing a platform for unbridled creativity and experimentation. Vade's unique blend of art and technology creates immersive experiences that challenge perceptions and inspire audiences.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
Modern art must transcend traditional formats and constraints to remain relevant and impactful. It's vital to incorporate technology, as it expands the canvas of creativity, enabling artists to explore new dimensions and mediums. By integrating technology, art becomes more interactive, fostering a deeper connection between the viewer and the artwork. This participatory approach transforms viewers from passive observers to active participants, enhancing their engagement and understanding. It's not just about viewing art; it's about experiencing it. In this digital age, art must evolve, pushing boundaries and challenging norms to continue inspiring, provoking thought, and reflecting our ever-changing world.
$550.00
Acrylic and spray paint on canvas.
18x24x1"
This modern art piece vividly portrays Bill Murray in his iconic role as Phil Connors from the film Groundhog Day. The abstract style of the painting captures his bemused and slightly exasperated expression, with vibrant colors and bold strokes reflecting the comedic and surreal tone of the film.
The Augmented Reality Layer plays a crazy kaleidoscope experience featuring the subject and AI generated groundhogs
$1,500.00
Acrylic, marker, modelling paste and spray paint on canvas.
49x37x2"
A mixture of acrylic layering techniques, spray paint stencilling and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted landscape of a coastal town.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short soundscape of waves and a poem about people spending an evening in a sea side town.
$500.00
Acrylic on canvas.
18x24x1"
Pop Art style acrylic and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted portrait of the Comedian and Musician Fred Armisen.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short bio of Fred, including contributions to Comedy and Music.
$1,200.00
Acrylic, marker and spray paint on canvas.
37.50x49.50x2"
A mixture of acrylic layering techniques, spray paint stencilling and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted portrait of the pop-punk pioneer Deborah Harry, the lead singer of Blondie.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short bio of Deborah, including contributions to Music and popular culture.
$2,400.00
Acrylic, marker and spray paint on canvas.
48x48x2"
A mixture of acrylic layering techniques, spray paint stencilling and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted portrait of a member of the 27 Club and possibly the most famous guitarist ever to live, Jimi Hendrix.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration. It also includes a short bio of Jimi, including contributions to music and popular culture.
$550.00
Acrylic on canvas.
25x25x2"
A mixture of acrylic layering techniques represents an abstracted coastline landscape at night time.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short soundscape and poem about the scene
$545.00
Acrylic and spray paint on paper.
25x31x1"
An abstracted portrait of the modern pop star Billie Eilish. Plays with layers and colours, in some cases offsetting the reversing colours normally associated with Billie's image. As if to show the contrasts in her personality and her dynamic range and abilities.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short bio of Billie, including their contributions to music, cinema and modern culture.
$1,500.00
Acrylic, marker and spray paint on canvas.
37x49x3"
A mixture of acrylic layering techniques, spray paint stencilling and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted portrait of the singer-songwriter Polly Jean Harvey (PJ Harvey).
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short bio of PJ Harvey, including PJ's contributions to music and other important societal commentary.
$1,200.00
Acrylic, marker and spray paint on canvas.
24x36x1"
A mixture of acrylic layering techniques, spray paint stencilling and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted portrait of the late and esteemed Canadian musician and activist Gord Downie, famous as the lead singer of the Tragically Hip.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short bio of Gord including his contributions to Music and Civil Rights for First Nations
$1,500.00
Acrylic, marker and spray paint on canvas.
37x49x200"
A mixture of acrylic layering techniques, spray paint stencilling and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted portrait of the former Spice Girl and Celebrity Victoria Beckham.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short bio of of Victoria including her contributions to music and popular culture
$650.00
Acrylic, marker and spray paint on canvas.
8.25x20x1"
A mixture of spray paint stencilling and sketching with a marker to represent an abstracted portrait of the late and esteemed music producer, engineer, musician and punk legend Steve Albini. Made famous as the lead singer of the Big Black and Shellac. While being a pivotal engineer and producer working with artists like Nirvana, the Pixies and PJ Harvey to name a few.
The augmented reality layer is an audio track that explains the artist's technique and inspiration with a short bio of Albini including his contributions to Music and the Punk Rock Mindset.
$1,200.00
Acrylic pour and marker on canvas.
25x40x1"
"Pink Elephantasm" is a captivating painting showcasing an elephant's asymmetrically composed face, heavily outlined in dark hues. Against a textured white background, the elephant's visage comes to life with vibrant swirls of psychedelic pinks, silver, and light blues. The colours gracefully intermingle, creating a mesmerizing display of energy and movement.
Inspired by a safari experience in Kenya. The artist's masterful use of color and composition gives the painting a dreamlike quality, reminiscent of a fantastical journey. The swirly patterns and hues evoke a sense of ethereal mystique, as if the viewer is peering into a realm where imagination and reality merge.
The elephant's face, portrays a sense of wisdom and gentle strength. The dark outlines accentuate its majestic features, while the vibrant colors infuse the artwork with a sense of joy, the sensation of adventure and exploration.
"Pink Elephantasm" is a visual ode to the artist's exploration of the world, where the boundaries of reality dissolve into a whimsical tapestry of hues and forms. It invites viewers to embark on their own imaginative adventures, immersing themselves in the artist's interpretation of an enchanting world where elephants and vivid dreams intertwine.