July 2008 Exhibition
PAMELA JOHNSON
Pamela Johnson strives to enlarge, literally, our awareness
of the luxuries that we consume and that consume us daily. Through oversized
alluring canvases, Johnson presents these all-American mass produced
foods such as Girl Scout Cookies and Gummi Bears in regal and dramatic
compositions emphasizing light and shadow. This masterly approach
draws attention to our endorsement of these decadent everyday fares.
Johnson’s goal however, is “to invoke reflection on embracing a culture
of complete and instant gratification while ignoring the consequences
of our indulgences.” These large scale highly representational
paintings truly leave the viewer simultaneously hungry and self-aware
of their personally indulgent experiences with these nationwide favorite
foods. On a more formal note, if one can get past the salivation
factor, it is clear that Johnson’s time consuming realistic technique
is one of enormous talent. Her exaggerated canvases and pop subject
matter add a contemporary flare, leaving us dazzled and thoroughly engaged
in a realm of glorified heaps of mass-consumed goodness. Pamela
has received much deserved regard amongst the collectors’ circle and
the corporate world. She has also been chosen as Artist of the
month in October’s issue of The Artist’s Magazine.
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Burgers I
Oil on Canvas
72”x32”
Burgers II
Oil on Canvas
54”x68”
Donuts I
Oil on Canvas
50”x60”
Girl Scout Cookies
Oil on Canvas
54”x68"
Ice Cream Sandwiches
Oil on Canvas
60”x64”
Gummi Bears
Oil on Canvas
30”x72”