Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art Presents

Hymn to Beauty

A solo exhibition of new artwork by HUSH

Address: Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art

1257 N. La Brea Avenue

West Hollywood CA 90038

Opening Reception: Thursday, March 5th 2009 / 7.00pm - 10.00pm

Exhibition Dates: March 5th - March 26th 2009

Website: www.carmichaelgallery.com

Phone: 323.969.0600

For Immediate Release:

Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art is proud to present Hymn to Beauty, the first US solo exhibition of work by UK artist HUSH. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, March 5th, 2009 from 7.00pm - 10.00pm, with the artist in attendance. Work in the show will include Acrylic Paint, Screen Print, Spray Paint, Ink, and Tea on Canvas and Wood as well as a site specific installation. The exhibition will be open for viewing through Thursday, March 26th 2009 from 1.00pm -7.00pm.

Hush's work has been described as a sensory assault of shape, color, and character.  Inspired by the portrayal of the female form in art, the artist builds up and tears down layers of paint and images as he works, "letting the canvas and marks take their own path."  The result is an enigmatic synthesis of anime, pop-infused imagery, graffiti, and graphic design that exposes the conflict between power and decay, innocence and sexuality, and the fusion of Eastern and Western culture.

Hush continues to evolve his style with this latest batch of pieces, which merges his early anime and pop-art influenced graffiti technique with an exploration of Romanesque iconographic imagery. The new works are bigger, deeper and richer than anything he has produced to date.

"Hush is a powerful voice in today's art world, one of the few artists who we have no doubt will survive the recession and continue to sell. In fact, pieces are already selling and we don't even have all the images yet", says Carmichael Gallery co-curator Seth Carmichael. "Although Hush comes from a graffiti and street art background I would compare him more to Lichtenstein than to Banksy, but like Banksy he is part of the same global movement. He is one of the new British artists to watch."

About the Artist:

Hush is stimulated, influenced and driven by his cross cultural experiences. Having trained as a graphic designer and illustrator at Newcastle School of Art and Design, his work has taken him across Asia and Europe, whilst simultaneously developing his prominence as a contemporary artist. His fascination with Asian graphic novels is juxtaposed with inspiration from the likes of Mimmo Rotella, Lichtenstein and Sir Peter Blake, creating a unique style that has led to worldwide acclamation.

Website: http://www.studio-hush.com/

Attached Image:

Butterfly Girl - Siren (2009)

1400mm x 1000mm on 2x Gallery box wood frames Acrylic Paint, Screen Print, Spray Paint, Ink, Tea Signed and Dated by the Artist $8500 SOLD

About Carmichael Gallery:

The Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art is fast gaining recognition as one of the major exhibitors of emerging international contemporary art on the US West Coast.  Artists who have showcased their work at the LA-based gallery are becoming widely recognized by the art world establishment with institutions such as the Tate Modern as well as Christie's, Phillips Du Pury, and Bonhams auction houses supporting their careers.

Also Opening March 5th: In the rear gallery "SEIVA BRUTA" a solo exhibition of new work by FLIP and in our showcase space Veng of Robots Will Kill.

 For media inquiries contact: Seth Carmichael

Email: seth@carmichaelgallery.com

Tel#: 323.969.0600