GENTRIFICATION PROJECT
Painting, Fine Arts
Gentrification Project
- The Gentrifcation Project
by sam.kirk - There is a sort of sadness that fills the space between an old neighborhood and the new one that is slowly taking over. It is filled with fresh franchises and paint splintered with age. Handmade for sale signs next to inflating price tags. The transplant families move in and family businesses move out. This series from sam.kirk portrays the ever-changing landscape of gentrification projects and the impact they have on local communities. Growing up in areas of Chicago that are either no longer recognizable or are fightingto keep their integrity, this subject is very personal to the artist. Each piece in the series speaks to the space that’s created between neighborhoods in transition and the instant and enduring affects of gentrification.
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Common Ground Series Completed for participation in 2010 CAM show at The Elephant Room Gallery in ChicagoFine Arts -
Images and characters that consistently visit in the dark, in dreaming.Fine Arts, Visual Arts2011 -
A subject matter that I can't get out of my head.Fine Arts2011 -
The Ojo series tells the story of the evil eye. The superstition goes that there are spirits, some good and some evil, wanting to play trickery constantly dancing around us. They come in all forms and feed off all kinds. In particular, they come in the form of the dia de los muertos skeletons or soul, usually unexpected that reels us in.
He plays his game of Ojo and this series is a celebration and expression of the playful side of the superstition and the playfulness always present in Mexican culture.Fine Arts -
A series of portraits portraying different people that have crossed my path over the years. Each painting emphasizes both positive and negative characteristics that stood out to me and left an impression on my memory.Fine Arts -
Even painter's block couldn't keep me away from the brushes and blocks. Self-portraits created when the creative juice was only dripping from my brain's faucet.Fine Arts -
A collection of illustrations created on bristol paper with marker, inspired by everything from travels to politics.Cartooning, Fine Arts, Illustration -
works painted for clientele upon requestFine Arts -
.Design, Painting, Fashion2011 -
Work I've created for projects whose mission or goal is something I believe in and want to promote. It is a blessing and an honor to be able to do so through my art.Sculpting, Fine Arts -
From brand identities to promotional posters this is a sample of the graphic design work created for an urban clientele.Graphic Design, Branding -
Custom artwork completed for Grand Opening of Viper Alley Music Venue in Lincolnshire, ILArt Direction, Fine Arts, Installation Design -
Remodel & Design for Campbell House in Chicago Southwest Suburbs
photography by Cecilia FloresInterior Design, Architecture -
Limited edition hand painted, screen printed and digitally printed designs are another way I spread my message and create art that is accessible to everyone.
Select items are available for purchase at Elephant Room Gallery, 704 S. Wabash, Chicago or online at www.elephantroomgallery.comDesign, Fashion -
Exhibitions and events brought to you in part by or entirely by sam.kirk.Fine Arts, Design, Graphic Design
