ABOUT THE ARTIST
Patrick Alston, born and raised in the Bronx, New York, channels his energetic creativity into works of art that delve into thoughtprovoking and reflective topics, including socio-politics, identity, language, and the psychology of color. Alston's re-contextualized subjects, rich palettes, and complex compositions exude exhilarating energies, expressed through mark-making that embodies an unwritten aesthetic reflective of the urban landscape. Within his work, the artist explores the correlation between imagery and language. The selection of titles plays a pivotal role in Alston's process, likening abstraction to Black English vernacular as a means of grappling with the complexities of language. Alston's images cultivate harmonious tension and challenge viewers to carefully observe the world around them, uncovering beauty in unconventional places. He attended Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana, where he studied Art and Psychology. Since then, he has split his time between New Haven, Connecticut, and New York City. Alston has held numerous solo exhibitions across the USA and internationally, including in Germany, the UK, and notably in his hometown borough of the Bronx, NY, USA. His artwork is featured online on Artsy and the Financial Times.
40" x 40"
Sounds of Triumph Acrylic, Gouache, Oil, Oil Stick, Pastel, and Spray Paint on Sew Fabric