Pop Lennon, 2020
Mixed Medium, 69 x 69 cm
About the artwork
This vibrant work by Patrick Rubinstein features an assortment of iconic figures and symbols of Pop Culture and Pop Art, such as Andy Warhol’s ‘Banana’ and Roy Liechtenstein’s ‘Crying Girl’, that are depicted in an array of vivid psychedelic colours. At the forefront is the profile of John Lennon, the British singer-songwriter who was a member of The Beatles. Patrick’s work invites the viewer into a thrilling dance befitting the music of Lennon, by altering in form based on their movements. The unprecedented dynamics it offers, draw us into a captivating visual experience, that surprises us with every viewing.
About the artist
French contemporary artist Patrick Rubinstein invites viewers into a world where nostalgia, motion, and modernity collide. Drawing inspiration from icons of pop culture and the legacies of Optical and Kinetic Art, Rubinstein creates mesmerizing, multi-dimensional works that transform with every shift in perspective. His pieces are more than visual—they are experiences, alive with movement and surprise. At the heart of Rubinstein’s art is a dynamic interplay between image and viewer. With a signature lenticular technique, he overlays multiple visuals into a single composition, allowing the work to shift and animate as one moves past it. Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, and modern-day symbols take on renewed vitality, not as static portraits but as pulsing, kinetic echoes of cultural memory. Through this ever-changing lens, Rubinstein challenges us to see beyond the surface—into layers of time, perspective, and perception.
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