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Power Struggle Unleashed
within Series of Intricate Paintings
Artist Nicholas Sistler Gives
Strong Message in Vivid Color
ELMHURST, Illinois – Elmhurst Art
Museum hosts a colorful exhibition entitled Shadow of a Doubt, which
consists of numerous small-scale paintings by recognized artist
Nicholas Sistler from November 3, 2007 through January 20, 2008. Mr.
Sistler is known for his ability to illustrate a sense of power
struggle and tension within the realm of a minute, brightly gouache
painted setting. His work often displays an abstract view of a
familiar scene with human images appearing as decoration in each
figuration. While his work sends a strong message to the viewer, the
color and style are indeed whimsical. Mr. Sistler draws the viewer
into a world of happiness and gaiety only to find the initial
impression of his work carries an even deeper meaning for the viewer
to discover.
Nicholas Sistler commands attention
through his use of style, color palette, and intricate detail. Human
figures are evident in each setting, but not as an integral part of
the scene. Instead the faces and figures appear as artistic designs
on the wall, floor, or tabletop. By not making human figures the
focal point of the works, the viewer plays a more active role in the
scene, and is further drawn to the elements appearing in the
intriguing works of art. “The size relationship between the viewer’s
body and the small-scale of my paintings allow the viewer to have
physical dominance,” says Sistler, “But, this unusual perspective
contradicts this by visually persuading the viewer to be submissive
to the image.”
Mr. Sistler was born in Chicago and
received his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Art Institute of
Chicago. He has exhibited in numerous solo and group shows. His
artwork is also contained in several notable public and private
collections. Mr. Sistler has received several grants from Illinois
Arts Council including an Artist’s Fellowship Award, and four
residences from Ragdale Foundation. His work is represented in
Chicago at Printworks Gallery and in Santa Monica at Hunsaker/Schlesinger
Fine Art.
Elmhurst Art Museum will host several
opportunities to meet and learn more about artist Nicholas Sistler:
Be the Artist: Nicholas Sistler
Thursday, November 15 from 6:30pm-8:00pm
Get a closer look at Nicholas Sistler’s, bright and bold,
small-scale gouache paintings. See how he uses color and shape to
define an interior space that is peppered with everyday objects.
Then, following Sistler’s unique style, experiment to create your
own colorful gouache painting!
Artist Talk with Nicholas Sistler
Sunday, January 20, 2008 at 2:00pm
Join the artist for a guided tour and discussion to explain his
technique and comment on his work. The talk is open to all ages and
FREE with the price of Museum admission.
The Elmhurst Art Museum’s
award-winning modern museum structure incorporates the Ludwig Mies
van der Rohe-designed McCormick House, one of three such residences
designed by the internationally known architect, and contains museum
galleries, an education center and a variety of outdoor sculpture.
Located only 15 miles west of Chicago and adjacent to the Metra West
train line, the Museum offers public tours and programs, guest
lectures and art classes on a regular basis. Its mission is to
enrich the lives of its visitors by broadening their knowledge,
increasing their sensitivity to the fine arts and sparking the
development of their own creative talents.
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