Selections from the McIninch Collection
Research and Study Gallery
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Joe Wardwell, Soon I Will Be President, (water background)
2016, Oil on paper
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Joe Wardwell, Soon I Will Be President, (City background)
2016, Oil on paper
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Art is the ultimate medium of expression; an artist has the freedom to create art that may span a multitude of subjects and ideas. It can mirror the artist's psyche, provide insight into relationships between the artist and their environment, reflect modern society, or pass judgment in the form of social commentary. An artist creates work that can soothe or incite a viewer's emotion. They can tell us to look closer, to delve deeper, and reflect inward. Selections from the McIninch display varying topics in works of art from the McIninch Art Gallery Collection. The works selected for this show explore the multitude of ways that artists express their opinions. This exhibition aims for the viewer to explore and make connections through slow looking, uncovering the complexity of the artworks through prolonged observation. |
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Joe Wardwell: Layers of Abstraction |
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Two seemingly opposed sources have inspired artist Joe Wardwell; the Sublime Landscapes of the Hudson River Valley School, which are imbued with a sense of national pride, and Punk Rock lyrics that reflect the voices of dissent. Text is meticulously layered over the landscape. The language is subtle, camouflaged with paint strokes, and then applied over thoughtful painterly sunsets or hillsides. Wardwell’s work is prescient when our country is embarking on a new era of politics and concern about national identity. The text, inspired by the song "California Uber Alles" by the Dead Kennedy’s is the reference for the paintings.
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In Conversation with the Artist |
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Joe Wardwell, Soon I Will Be President, (mountains background)
2016, Oil on paper
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Listen to our latest podcast, where we hear Artist Joe Wardwell discuss his influences on creating the work in our collection: from 80's punk rock to the political climate and the Hudson River Valley School. In conversation with the Director of the McIninch Gallery, Debbie Disston, Joe Wardwell explains his creative process and upcoming projects. |
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For More information on the McIninch Art Gallery, Make sure to visit our Gallery Page, where we hold all of our Current Shows, and links to our Virtual Shows, McIninch At Home Videos, Podcasts and Webinars! |
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The McIninch Art Gallery, administered by the Office of the President and School of Arts and Sciences at Southern New Hampshire University, provides first-hand experiences in the arts through collections, exhibitions, and diverse programs designed to support the university curriculum and enhance public engagement with fine art. |
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