The artwork features a bold, striking portrait of a figure against a muted teal background. The composition focuses on the subject's face and upper body, rendering the figure in a stark, realist style. The use of a limited color palette, with the figure's flesh tones contrasted against the cool background, creates a contemplative, almost clinical atmosphere. The portrait's unflinching gaze and the subject's lack of adornment or expression suggest a exploration of vulnerability and the human form. The artist's intention behind this piece may be to challenge conventional notions of beauty and identity through a direct, uncompromising portrayal. ...
Cédric Rivrain is a painter known for his highly detailed and realistic portraits, which capture unique characteristics and personalities. As a self-taught artist, he developed his artistic skills by studying his father's medical and anatomical books from a young age. After moving to Paris in the late 1990s, he quickly established himself as a sought-after fashion illustrator, working with well-known designers such as Martine Sitbon, John Galliano at Dior, Hermès, and Lanvin. Over time, Rivrain's focus shifted towards painting, and he has since transitioned to become a full-time painter. He does not simply copy photographs when creating his features but rather depicts the person he knows as they appear in his memory, and conveys intimacy through his paintings. In addition to portraiture, Rivrain also makes abstract paintings and sculptures that explore the relationship between form and color. His work has been praised for its technical mastery and emotional depth, and can be found in private and public collections.
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Established in 2020, Fitzpatrick Gallery is focused on an international program of curated projects in site-specific venues worldwide, and on-site exhibitions at their primary location in Paris, inaugurated in September 2021 in the Marais gallery district at 123 rue de Turenne. They are involved in every level of production with their represented artists, working in close collaboration with institutions, publishing houses, advisory firms, and other partners. Fitzpatrick Gallery builds on the legacy of Freedman Fitzpatrick which was established in 2013 with locations in Los Angeles and Paris. ...
