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Splattered Paint-Swatch Portraiture

Andrew Salgado Forms Faces with Chaotic Brush Strokes

— November 7, 2011 — Art & Design
Though these Andrew Salgado paintings may appear chaotic, it doesn't take an art critic to discern the beautiful visages found in these unique oil paint creations.

The swatch-like brush strokes and paint blotches work harmoniously to form the faces of rugged men, yet the cacophony process that went into the making of each painting is maintained. The result of this is a collection of images that simultaneously display Salgado's creative journey towards completion of a piece, as well as the masterful end product itself.

Though Andrew Salgado's ability to invoke dramatic atmospheres is quite evident, using colors to suggest emotions, it's his ability to define lighting in these anarchic pieces that truly inspires me. Value and gradation are still very much a part of Salgado's paintings despite the seeming randomness of his brush strokes.
Trend Themes
1. Swatch-like Brush Strokes - Disruptive innovation opportunity for art supply companies to develop new types of brushes and implements to facilitate the creation of chaotic yet cohesive artwork.
2. Defining Lighting in Anarchic Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity for lighting technology companies to develop novel ways to showcase dramatic art in galleries and exhibitions.
3. Cacophony Process - Disruptive innovation opportunity for art education and training institutions to develop curricula that help artists to embrace chaos in the creative process and produce beautiful end products.
Industry Implications
1. Art Supplies - As swatch-like brush strokes gain popularity, manufacturers of art supplies may need to shift their production and design to keep up with demand.
2. Art Galleries - Art galleries have an opportunity to showcase and promote artists who are pushing boundaries and using unconventional techniques, such as anarchic paintings defined by lighting.
3. Art Education - As artists embrace cacophony and chaos in the creative process, education and training institutions may need to develop new curricula that prepare students for a new type of artistic expression.
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