Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
78” x 66” x 1.5”
1999
An Early Work in an Evolving Visual Language
This painting marks an important development in Rodney Artiles' practice—one of the first explorations of his Recognitionism style. Working with layered imagery, classical references, and geometric color fields, Artiles creates a densely woven composition that invites prolonged engagement. Silhouettes, busts, and abstract forms overlap and interact, building a visual conversation between memory, art history, and contemporary experience. The work's complexity reveals itself gradually, with new relationships and meanings emerging over time. For collectors interested in following an artist's creative evolution, this piece offers insight into a pivotal moment when Artiles began developing the visual vocabulary that continues to define his current work. It represents both a standalone achievement and a glimpse into the conceptual foundations of his ongoing practice.
Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
78” x 66” x 1.5”
1999
An Early Work in an Evolving Visual Language
This painting marks an important development in Rodney Artiles' practice—one of the first explorations of his Recognitionism style. Working with layered imagery, classical references, and geometric color fields, Artiles creates a densely woven composition that invites prolonged engagement. Silhouettes, busts, and abstract forms overlap and interact, building a visual conversation between memory, art history, and contemporary experience. The work's complexity reveals itself gradually, with new relationships and meanings emerging over time. For collectors interested in following an artist's creative evolution, this piece offers insight into a pivotal moment when Artiles began developing the visual vocabulary that continues to define his current work. It represents both a standalone achievement and a glimpse into the conceptual foundations of his ongoing practice.
