Andrew Soria "Dolce & Gabbana - Beverly Row"
Andrew Soria "Chanel - Beverly Row" 2022
Photography, Giclée print on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag
Dimensions Artwork 8 x 8in, Frame 12 x 12in
Limited Edition of 10
Includes Certificate of Authenticity
Andrew Soria (&REW SORIA) is a digital pop surrealist and photographer creating vivid imagery with a nostalgic aesthetic, influenced by people, culture, and his Latino roots. Soria employs a hyper realistic style, meticulously rendering each building and sign to capture intricate textures and vivid colors. His compositions are unapologetically disorderly, deliberately reflecting the brutality and vitality that define urban environments. Soria's work serves as a masterful visual commentary on the myriad of components that compose the urban experience. Through his striking use of color and form, Soria creates thought-provoking pieces that invite endless contemplation on the chaotic, yet captivating, nature of city life.
Andrew Soria's vibrant artwork boldly captures the essence of urban juxtaposition, blending elements of nostalgia and modernity within a single frame. Bold, brash, and bursting with color, each piece showcases a chaotic cityscape dominated by a multitude of commercial signs, billboards, and neon lights, each clamoring for attention. Through his lens, he seeks to uncover the rich history and heritage of a place, paying tribute to its iconic landmarks in a surreal photomontage format. His creations evoke a sense of nostalgia in viewers, transporting them to familiar yet dreamlike settings where reality intertwines with imagination.
His body of work has been exhibited internationally and featured in several publications including Juxtapoz, Hi-Fructose, Plastik, Assouline, and more, cementing his status as a distinguished artist in the contemporary art scene. His series "Welcome to the Neighborhood" stands as a testament to his artistic vision, offering viewers a unique perspective on city habitats through hyper realistic architectural compositions. In his series “Beverly Row,” Soria navigates the blurred lines between societal classes and confronts issues such as wealth, luxury, and the growing problem of homelessness. Additionally, his "Faded America" series prompts contemplation on societal norms and cultural symbols through the central motif of a colossal assembly of signs, representing different facets of urban life – commerce, entertainment, vice, and livelihood – all stacked and layered in disarray. He invites his audience to ponder the deeper meanings behind everyday imagery. His surrealist photo collages serve as a compelling commentary on the complexities of human existence, inviting viewers to explore the hidden recesses of our collective consciousness.
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