Artists Who Rock: Alvin Black III
Introduction
Alvin Black III: I’m a Chicago native who has been here most of my life, went away to college 2001-2005, studied fine art and economics. After graduation, I worked as a TA in the art department for a year, and then came back to Chicago. In addition to painting, I also work as a DJ and designer. My first solo show was last summer, ran for three weeks and was a success! I recently got accepted into an artist residency program in April in Thailand, where i will be teaching and creating.
Type of Art you are known for
Since starting work in pastels in 2011, my work has primarily been women of color and landscapes
What/ Who Inspires you?
I often tell people that life is a series of paintings, I just have to decide which ones to capture- so I’m always on the lookout. I’ve also learned traveling (around and out of the country) is a key part of my process- to recharge and expand my horizons. I have a special affinity for big hair, just love the aesthetics of it…
How long have you been an artist?
My first memories are of drawing, I’ve made art all my life- in college my training was as an oil painter. The last few years, I’ve been working to develop my identity as an artist more strongly over the last 4 years.
Do you have a fave artist? If so who?
So many! I will try to keep it concise: Some historical favorites: Degas ( master of the pastel medium ), Ingres ( uses line brilliantly ), Rembrandt ( the light and shadow in his work ) | Contemporary favorites: Kara Walker, Henry Yan, Casey Klahn, Tim Okamura, Henry Ascencio…alright I’m stopping there.
Has any of your art been published? If so where?
A number of my pieces were featured in Arielle Loren’s Corset Magazine last year, Issue 7
If you could sum up your art in three words what would they be?
Impressionistic, earthy, quiet
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Lovely works lm a Artist also mostly self taught my name is Jade Yeargin I’m in Charlotte. NC. I would love to showcase your work on my TV show.lf ever in Charlotte look me up.