Michael Hlousek-Nagle Discusses Realist Painting and Artistic Journey in Podcast Interview
An interview with realist painter Michael Hlousek-Nagle was published in November 2021, exploring his artistic practice and background. The artist, based in England, creates figurative works featuring solitary female figures in atmospheric settings, drawing inspiration from nature, classical music, and ancient civilizations. Hlousek-Nagle studied at Glasgow School of Art and the New York Academy of Art, and his career includes set design for ballet productions and numerous private commissions. His work is held in collections internationally and he is represented by 33 Contemporary gallery in Chicago. The interview highlights how painting serves as a form of solace and reflection for the artist.
Key facts
- Michael Hlousek-Nagle is a realist painter based in England
- His work features solitary female figures in dark, atmospheric landscapes
- He studied at Glasgow School of Art and New York Academy of Art
- He has created set designs for ballet productions including at New York City Ballet and Royal Ballet
- His work is in private collections worldwide and represented by 33 Contemporary gallery in Chicago
Entities
Artists
- Michael Hlousek-Nagle
- Balthus
- Goya
- Paula Rego
- Zurbaran
- Amaya Gurpide
- Jordan Sokol
- Rasha Alem
Institutions
- Glasgow School of Art
- New York Academy of Art
- New York City Ballet
- Royal Ballet
- 33 Contemporary
- Galerie Kohler
- Blackheath Gallery
- Three Colts Gallery
- Medici Gallery
Locations
- England
- Cambridge
- Oxford
- Leeds
- Glasgow
- New York
- Chicago
- Geneva
- Paris
- Vienna
- London
- Edinburgh
- Saratoga