As though inspired by a London fog, the work of Brooks Shane Salzwedel is muted, smokey and at times even grim. Nevertheless, the aesthetic of each masterpiece is due in large part to the materials he uses. A mixed media artist, he layers graphite, tape and resin to create haunting scenes that are beautiful to behold.
Based in Los Angeles, Brooks Shane Salzwedel often juxtoposes natural sceneries with majestic architecture such as sprawling bridges and intricate oil drilling towers. By doing so, he depicts a world in which manmade elements interact with natural ones. Nevertheless, it is these manmade structures that are often portrayed in the foggy background while the trees and land take precedence in the foreground.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Mixed Media Mastery
- Exploring the possibilities of layering materials like graphite, tape and resin to create hauntingly beautiful art.
- Manmade-nature Fusion
- Juxtaposing natural landscapes with manmade structures to create thought-provoking art.
- Muted Aesthetics
- Creating art with a restrained and smokey color palette to evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Sectors Adopting This
- Fine Art
- Applying the unique layering technique of graphite, tape and resin to create original fine art pieces.
- Architecture
- Incorporating natural landscapes and elements into architectural designs.
- Interior Design
- Creating muted and ethereal artwork to complement minimalist and modern interior design styles.
