Paul P.
| Paul P. | |
|---|---|
| Born | Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Known for | painting, drawing, collage |
Paul P. (born 1977) is a Canadian artist known primarily for his work as an oil painter. He explores topics including identity, beauty, gender and history.
Work
Paul P.'s early work was drawn from 70's pre-AIDS era gay pornography.[1] His current work is done in the studio from the artist's photographs. His detachment from the original location while producing the work invokes a sensual longing for what is not captured in the photo. The nuances of light are his primary concern and his work is usually informed by history.[2] He has also expressed an interest in design through his installation at the 2014 Whitney Biennale incorporating his unique "Writing Table for Nancy Mitford" into the exhibition space.[3] He is represented internationally.
Publications
Doe Ye Nexte Thynge, 2013
Last Flowers, Invisible Exports/Downtown Arts, 2012, text by Daniel Reich, 2012
The Radiant Guest (Paul P. and Scott Treleaven), Publication Studios, Toronto, 2011
The Pink Book, Daniel Reich Gallery, 2010, text by Harold Montague
Venice, Venice, Marc Selwyn Fine Art, 2009
Paul P.- When Ghost Meets Ghost / Peter Hujar, Maureen Paley, 2008, text by Vince Aletti
Blue and Silver, Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, 2007, text by Francois Jonquet
Nonchaloir, Powerhouse books, 2007, text by Collier Schorr
Places Names, the Place, Daniel Reich Gallery, 2007, text by David Velasco
The Yellow Room, Marc Selwyn Fine Art, 2006, text by Vince Aletti
Grey and Gold, Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, 2005, text by Michel Bulteau
Collections
The Speed Art Museum, Louisville, Kentucky
Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton
Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Art, Providence
Museum of Modern Art, New York
Glenbow Museum, Calgary Alberta
Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn
Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto