Influence : Andy Warhol

The most recognized pop artist in the world and the most influence, in my opinion, in how we as artists can use popular culture in our work. it gives 'not art comprehensive' viewers to relate to art in a easy familiar way. this for me has given myself the courage to include celebrities in my practice and with it the many advantages of being able to connect to the audience using easy to read signifiers and text.

Image: Campbell Soup

Image: Gun

Image: wide world 

these are just a few and a couple that caught my eye. i love Warhol's use of colour and black blocking, he is truly awesome.
I also enjoy Warhol's prose, it is not like anything else.
here is one, that follows his video 'sleep'

PART IV
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PART V

Conclusion: I like Sleep.


 as you can see from the above Warhol had fun with his work, something that i think is important in any art practice.                             



References:

Wolf, R (1997) Andy Warhol, Poetry, and Gossip in the 1960's. University of Chicago Press: Chicago

Michael Arnold Art (2011) Andy Warhol American Painter 1928-1987, http://www.simplyartonline.net/Andy_Warhol.htm [accessed 6/4/2011]