Posted on 04/12/2023 2:16:56 PM PDT by lowbridge
About 50 people attended Hunter’s “Bridging the Abstract” exhibit at his art dealer’s Soho gallery, including art appreciators and critics. Those in attendance viewed the pricey paintings on sale for $85,000 each. The price of Hunter’s artwork has ranged between $75,000 to $500,000 throughout his short career.
One attendee who was permitted to view the art told the New York Post that Hunter’s newest works were “terrible.” “I think it’s terrible — the two on the right as you walk in,” said the man who refused to give his name.
Hunter’s newest works of art contrast his prior shapes and forms. Previously painting bright and flowing contours with shiny finishes, the style of Hunter’s recent art appears flat and motionless with geometric shapes that seem misplaced throughout the large canvases.
The stylistic departure raises questions of whether the novice artist is able to develop a recognizable form that will attract collectors.
A Georgetown-based collector, who asked to remain anonymous for fear of retribution, told Breitbart News in a statement that Hunter’s art is “close” to the style he appreciates but appears to be “from someone trying to find their style.”
“A lot of people are interested in his artwork,” he told the Post. “The very serious people in the art world are taking note of his work.”
In total, Hunter has anonymously sold about 12 paintings for less than $500,000, the Washington Post reported in January. It is unclear how much money Hunter’s art has generated, but estimates suggest he has earned at least five times more than the average American artist — all while being a novice painter.
The art industry is known for shady business transactions. A Senate subcommittee report detailed in 2020 how the art market serves as a vehicle for money laundering:
(Excerpt) Read more at breitbart.com ...
You been drinking a bunch this afternoon
What are you talking about? He was a gas company executive.
MSM said so.
Just looked up Wren.
Good stuff. Nice stale.
Impressionist it seems.
I like them a lot.
Thanks for sharing.
No, it is probably the paint fumes.
I didn’t know coke came in all those colors.
Taste the rainbow
LOL!
Gas company executive turned artiste. Am I right? Utilizes both sides of the human brain. LOL.
Good gravy, your friend is a master! I viewed every painting on his website and I couldn’t tell you which one was my favorite. I love his use of colors, especially the pinks. Thanks for sharing.
No, no, no. He ingests the coke, but still manages to keep within the lines. He’s so proud of that accomplishment, he demands more for his art. Come on man!!! 🤣
I buy that
LOL. The paint fumes are from Latex paint! :)
SSSSSNNNNNOOOOORRRRRTTTTT !!!!!
https://www.leonardwren.com/currentworks.html
I see why he can command those prices.
Gorgeous paintings ...
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