This black and white photographic artwork features a vibrant, kaleidoscopic composition of intricate patterns and shapes. The central image, a large, striking flower-like motif, is surrounded by a web of smaller circular and geometric elements, creating a visually captivating and dynamic design. The artist employs a distinctive photographic technique, likely a form of cameraless photography, to produce this captivating abstract visual exploration. The work's cosmic, psychedelic aesthetic and symbolic references suggest a contemplative exploration of the subconscious and the interconnectedness of the natural world. ...
Christian Rogers employs paint, collage, and sculptural surfaces to create immersive explorations of queer desire, intimacy, and joy. His compositions straddle the line between reality and fantasy, depicting lush, Eden-like landscapes where figures roam freely, engaging in play, flirtation, and the exhilaration of queer connection. Sculptural forms rise from the surfaces of his works, echoing the curves and musculature of the human body, while layers of vivid, fluorescent paint suggest skin, texture, and vitality. Rogers incorporates found images of men from vintage materials into his compositions, embedding historical references that honor queer forebears, many of whom were lost to the HIV/AIDS crisis. These figures serve as both vessels of desire and acts of remembrance, transforming his fantastical spaces into sites of historical reclamation. His layered, tactile approach balances eroticism with reflection, blending the sensorial pleasures of the body with the weight of collective memory. In doing so, Rogers constructs visual utopias that celebrate queer joy, resilience, and the enduring power of love and intimacy. ...
