Carter Flachbarth's 'Tales From the Freezer' at Martha's, Austin
Carter Flachbarth, an artist based in Atlanta, showcased his exhibition 'Tales From the Freezer' at Martha's gallery in Austin, Texas. This collection comprised ten pieces influenced by film and memory, delving into themes of authenticity and emotional stasis. His artwork features elongated hands and skewed perspectives, mirroring the overstimulation of modern existence. Flachbarth's artistic approach combines elements from film stills, internet trends, and traditional portraiture, echoing Roy Andersson's concept of capturing emotion in paint. In a conversation with Whitewall, he elaborated on his developing style and the importance of hands, drawing inspiration from Van Eyck and Dürer. The exhibition highlighted works such as 'The Things That Fly and Float' and 'The Harvest,' all dated 2026.
Key facts
- Carter Flachbarth's exhibition 'Tales From the Freezer' was presented at Martha's in Austin.
- The exhibition featured 10 smaller-scale works inspired by cinema and memory.
- Flachbarth is based in Atlanta.
- The exhibition referenced filmmaker Roy Andersson's idea that painting can 'freeze' emotion in time.
- Flachbarth's style includes elongated hands, distorted perspectives, and emotionally distant figures.
- He draws from screenshots, personal memories, comic books, and art history.
- He cited Van Eyck's Arnolfini Portrait and Albrecht Dürer's self-portrait as influences for highlighting hands.
- Flachbarth plans to use film and photo equipment to experiment with his filmic language.
- Works in the exhibition include 'The Things That Fly and Float,' 'The Harvest,' 'The Predawn Dark,' and 'The Hole in the Heavens.'
- The interview was published by Whitewall.
Entities
Artists
- Carter Flachbarth
- Roy Andersson
- Jan van Eyck
- Albrecht Dürer
- Carter Flacbarth
- Van Eyck
Institutions
- Martha's
- Whitewall
Locations
- Atlanta
- Austin
- United States
- Texas