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.
$450.00
Mixed media on canvas.
12x16x1"
Description of the Artwork
Dyscalculia Landscape; is an abstract painting that exudes a vibrant mix of colours and textures, creating a visually captivating spectacle. The composition is bifurcated into two main sections by a stark, horizontal black band that runs across the middle, strikingly contrasting the surrounding hues.
The upper section of the painting is dominated by a lively blend of pink, blue, and white, interspersed with hints of gold and black. The textures in this section appear rough and layered, with splashes and strokes of paint creating a sense of dynamic chaos and movement.
The lower section, beneath the black band, transitions into a palette that includes more blue, green, and yellow while maintaining the presence of pink and black. The textures here are similarly layered and complex, with various shapes and forms overlapping, adding to the overall depth of the piece.
The black band in the middle stands as a solid, unyielding divide, sharply contrasting with the colourful and textured sections above and below it. The overall effect of "dyscalculia Landscape" is energetic movement and vibrant colour interplay, making it a visually stimulating piece that invites viewers to explore its intricate details.
Interpretation of the Artwork
Dyscalculia encapsulates the artist's struggle with dyscalculia and ADHD. The painting's chaotic textures and vibrant colours serve as a metaphor for the artist's internal turmoil and the constant flurry of thoughts characteristic of these conditions.
Symbolism in the Artwork
The disjointed sections of the painting symbolise the difficulty in organising thoughts, a common trait in both dyscalculia and ADHD. This could be seen as a representation of the artist's struggle to express their thoughts and ideas coherently due to their conditions.
Representation of the Artist's Struggle
The prominent black band in the painting may represent the barrier these conditions pose to the artist's ability to communicate effectively. This could be seen as a visual representation of the frustration and challenges faced by the artist due to their conditions.
Expression of Creativity
Despite the challenges, the vibrant colours used in the painting express the artist's relentless creativity and determination. This could be seen as a testament to the artist's ability to channel their struggles into a powerful and expressive piece of art.
$450.00
Acrylic on canvas.
24x24x2"
"Seaside Blues" is an evocative abstract landscape, an acrylic on canvas that captures the melancholic beauty of the sea.
The painting's cool color palette and fluid brushstrokes echo the ebb and flow of the ocean, while its abstract nature leaves room for personal interpretation. What sets this piece apart is its complementary augmented reality layer, which recites a poignant poem about sailors lost at sea.
This innovative fusion of traditional art and technology invites viewers to engage with the artwork on a deeper level, creating a multi-sensory experience that is both visually stunning and emotionally resonant.
$750.00
Acrylic, marker and spray paint on canvas (set of 3).
35x30x1"
"Thank You Tokyo" is a vibrant mixed media abstract pop art triptych that encapsulates the energy and dynamism of a whirlwind visit to Tokyo.
Each of the three pieces are 10" x 30" x 1"
The artwork is a visual overload of colors, shapes, and textures, reflecting the city's eclectic mix of tradition and modernity.
The abstract nature of the piece captures the sensory overload experienced in Tokyo, from the neon lights of Shibuya to the serene beauty of its temples. It's a celebration of Tokyo's unique culture; a thank-you note expressed through the language of art.
This piece is a testament to the city's lasting impact on the artist's imagination.
$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