Belgian artist Cindy Wright is a 38-year-old painter and illustrator who resides in Antwerp, and has developed a unique aesthetic that makes much of her work resemble the kind of average objects (animals, food, garbage) you see in your every day life, only stylized in a gripping photorealistic manner.
As an artist, Cindy Wright's credentials are stacked. She is a Master graduate of the Royal Academy for Fine Arts in Antwerp, and she is also Postgraduate laureate at the Higher Institute for Fine Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited at museums around the world, including the Las Vegas Art Museum in Nevada, the Mark Moore Gallery in Los Angeles, The Artbrussels Galerie Ronmandos in Brussels, Belgium, and Galerie Ronmandos in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Looking through her portfolio, it's easy to see why. As an artist, Cindy Wright excels at making the mundane appear grandiose. Her illustration of an empty plate of lobster is alluring, technically proficient, and incredibly original. She has a style distinctly her own, and that explains why museum curators are so eager to have her in their buildings. Up next for Cindy Wright in 2011: shows in Culver City, California, Baton Rogue, Louisiana, and Melbourne, Florida.
Photorealistic Nature Paintings
Artist Cindy Wright Captures Real Life in Hyperreal Illustrations
Trend Themes
1. Photorealistic Art - The trend focuses on creating artwork that appears like a photograph with extreme attention to detail, providing artists the opportunity to innovate further by experimenting with more styles and subjects.
2. Stylized Realism - The trend is to make mundane objects and scenes appear grandiose, giving artists the opportunity to combine different styles and create unique aesthetics.
3. Artistic Credentials - The trend of having extensive art education and exhibition experience opens up opportunities for artists to present their work in prestigious museums and galleries worldwide.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - With the current trend of photorealistic and stylized art, fine arts industry professionals have the opportunity to showcase and promote artworks that push the boundaries of traditional art techniques and styles.
2. Gallery Management - The trend of having artists with extensive credentials creates opportunities for gallery managers to attract a diverse range of art enthusiasts and collectors.
3. Art Education - With the trend of artistic credentials, art educators have the opportunity to emphasize the importance of technical proficiency and artistic vision, helping aspiring artists to establish a solid foundation for their careers.