Glen Hansen – Paintings
East End Arts is presenting Glen Hansen’s first solo exhibit at the Andy Tarshis Gallery. Hansen’s hyperrealist paintings, inspired by New York City.
Exhibition Details
East End Arts is pleased to present the first solo exhibit of paintings by Glen Hansen at the Andy Tarshis Gallery, 133 East Main St., Riverhead, NY, from September 7 through October 12, 2024, with a grand opening reception on September 14 from 4 – 7 pm.
This body of work was inspired by New York City and dates from 2008 to 2024. Often referred to as a hyperrealist or precisionist, Hansen’s paintings reflect architectural motifs and his obsession with atmosphere by utilizing light, shadow and patterns and are evident in this exhibit. His use of glazing techniques was developed through the study of old masters such as Rubens, Vermeer and van Eyck, and in fact the Maroger medium he uses was rediscovered by Peter Paul Rubens.
About Glen Hansen
Having been influenced by a proud family of carpenters, stone masons and architects, Hansen has used architecture as the main theme in his art for the past 45 years. His paintings exemplify incredible attention to detail with the human element of his work evident in the craftsmanship of the structures then juxtaposed against the natural element of the sky. Working in themes, Hansen’s choice of subjects is a visceral reaction to discovering a structure and then taking that reaction to creating a painting that reflects that passion. His meticulous technique and keen eye have earned him critical acclaim and numerous exhibitions across the United States and internationally.
Now residing in Jamesport, NY, Hansen earned a BFA from School of Visual Arts in New York City and was a painting and drawing instructor at his alma mater for 15 years. His paintings have been exhibited in Manhattan at Fischbach Gallery, Helio Galleries, and Bernarducci/Meisel Gallery among others. Hansen’s works are also in prominent public collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History, Nassau County Museum of Art, Springfield Museum and The Neuberger Museum of Art, as well as many corporate and private collections.
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