Art Blog #111
- Paul Connor
- Jan 2
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 5
Some suggestions when purchasing icons in art?
Look for how the artist captures not just physical likeness but the subject's energy and spirit
Notice how iconic imagery from music is reinterpreted through different artistic mediums
Consider how cultural icons like Debbie Harry transcend their original context to inspire new creative works
Reflect on your own emotional connection to both the music and the artwork
The Connor Contemporary has a number of portraits of icons from artists such as Laura Tinald, Sandra De La Cruz, Pure Evil and Lora Zombie.
Icons such as Prince, Marylyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, David Bowie and Spiderman.
Who is your favourite icon from music, films or the arts?
Is there an icon that you would like The Connor Contemporary Art Gallery to feature?
An Icon
'A person representative symbol or worthy of veneration'
'Society has a fascination with well-known public figures and celebrities and in 2024 these well known or popular figures are some sometimes famous for being famous, when you delve into what these public figures actually do it becomes obvious they have no discernible skills.
This phenomena is interesting, social media can make 'greatness' out of the 'mediocre' especially when it comes, in some cases, down to talent, hard-work and perseverance.'
That said, the icons that we feature are unique and talented individuals who have reached greatness in their chosen field, who are globally recognised across several generations and are captured by unique and talented artists.
Icons inspire others through their talent, sometimes their biographies, sometimes their drive to succeed, sometimes their beauty and sometimes how they chose to use their fame.'
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