Regale
presents:
Me, You, Us.
Our Artists:
Brody LaBarre
My name is Brody LaBarre, and I’m an artist originally from Ellenburg Center, NY having recently moved to Farmington, ME. My artistic style revolves around seemingly constructed abstract dreamscapes, nostalgia, and escapism. My creation process for the most part involves building upon earlier work of my own, exploring my own nostalgia, and ever evolving the ideas that come from that. Working with a different medium for this project holds a special place in my portfolio of work because the process was so different yet just as meaningful to me artistically. I take inspiration from a vintage 1980’s hand drawn t shirt that was passed down to me; taking the route of being inspired directly by my own unique sense of nostalgia.
techkatz (Russell Katz)
My art style can be defined as vibrant, illusive, and random. My coveted mediums are (and are not limited to) digital artworks typically executed in print form, modern painting, and sculptural work (three-dimensional paintings and buildable Pop art). I draw inspiration from close individuals who surround me and the mundaneness of everyday objects. Working out of a home studio, my process involves surrounding myself with multiple void areas to fill. I also wish to incorporate many ideas related to the Modernist movement into my work. My work speaks to those who view art as above the social and observational levels. I seek to break down and strip the initial appearance of the work. I then work on reassembling and reconstructing it, whilst simultaneously placing the product within new parameters and spaces. Also relayed within my work are obscured objectives and underlying motifs that speak to my distinctive artistic style.
Installations
Say No to Fascism
Interactive - Viewers are also encouraged to scan the QR codes located around the work to load the hologram video on their respective devices. Simply place one of the prisms in the center of the four images to watch a hologram converge in the center.
This interactive piece titled “Say No to Fascism”, explores escapist aesthetics while utilizing simple propaganda as a means of making a political statement. At this point, you can pick from two different styles ; black and white , or whimsical , each of which explores opposite sides of how we think we should feel . Black and white stirs up psychological tension; asking the viewer directly some questions, or even just telling the viewer something they should know. The whimsical side takes an escapist route and reminds the viewer to live in the moment and watch as things change. Even when it’s subtle. What changes do you see and why ? what answers/responses did you have for the questions/statements made at the end of each black and white gif?
Love Letters
Interactive - Take a moment to sit down and express your feelings by writing a love letter to someone special – whether it's an admirer, a lover, a dear friend, or even yourself!
This interactive artwork is designed to encourage meaningful connections among participants, both old and new. After you've penned your letter, you have several options: you can slip it into one of the nine envelopes provided, exchange it with someone else's letter, or swap letters with the person sitting across from you.
The essence of this piece is to ignite conversations about the beauty of small gestures of affection, warmth, and care. Let's come together to cherish even the tiniest moments of connection.
Designed as part of an interactive installation for Regale, 'Love Letters' embodies romantic and sensual sentiments, with each envelope containing a unique message exploring the essence of love.
From the tender thoughts penned within each envelope to the deliberate placement symbolizing Cupid's arrow piercing the heart, every detail of this artwork is crafted with intention and passion. The journey culminates with the unveiling of the last envelope, nestled in the bottom right corner, containing the original plans and the full version of the condensed poem found in the first envelope, strategically positioned in the top left corner.
Mementos
Captured by: Léa Michetti @cashewmommi
Additional images supplied by members of our community.
