Grant Gilsdorf is a figurative painter interested in political and social issues. His paintings combine elements of realism, symbolism, storytelling, and portraiture in a uniquely spellbinding fashion. He distills complex concepts into concise visual dialogues. The past couple of years have seen Grant’s work grow significantly in recognition. The compositions and subjects depicted within his work may call upon references to the old masters, but drift into a lane that refutes any singular genre. His paintings combine elements of realism, symbolism, and portraiture in a uniquely spellbinding fashion. Grant’s art represents a contemporary amalgam rooted in tradition.
See Me , 2021
Acrylic on canvas
6 × 4 in
15.2 × 10.2 cm
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