(Image: Robert Currie, 94,016cm of nylon monofilament and black acrylic No.2, 2011, Nylon monofilament and perspex case, h: 104 x w: 64 x d: 20 cm; © Kudlek van der Grinten Galerie)

Robert Currie (b. 1976)

Rational and irrational, negative and positive, order and disorder, filled and unfilled, Robert Currie continually develops consistent contrasts in his work. The inevitability that out of any complex system, order will emerge plays a prominent role in his work. The result of two bodies interacting is entirely dependent on the variables of time and space - an equally significant concept that Currie explores.

Curries three main strands of work, drawing, sculpture and installation are concurrently unique and separated. Linked by the notion that order emerges from disorder, Curries explores these different mediums, while recognising that all three materials can be manipulated into equally astounding results. Each medium utilises visible and invisible energies that perpetually surround us, going unnoticed while remaining vital to our everyday. Combining these forces with synthetic materials enables Currie the fusion of these forces with existing materials - making them visible.

Infinitely contrasting forces enable Currie to produce bodies of work that are continually evolving, altering in their technical specifications yet maintaining the purity of each medium. Intentionally utilising external factors in his work, Currie allows the material, to reflect, diffract, and absorb light. Resulting in disorientation, weightlessness, and elusiveness.

Robert Currie's latest works will be on view at Gimpel Fils Gallery from 24th Nov. 2011 till 14th Jan. 2012 and at Pulse Miami art fair from 1st till 4th Dec. 2011.

Education: Royal College of Art, London, Masters in Communication Art and Design, 1998 - 2000. Manchester Metropolitan University,  BA (Hons) 1st class in Design and Art Direction, 1995 - 1998. Isle of Man College, Art Foundation Course, 1994 - 1995.

More about Robert Currie here...(ArtSlant Profile) (Artist's Website) (Galleries: Kudlek van der Grinten Galerie, Blancpain Art Contemporain)