Cher Peintre: Survey on Painted Image Features Artists' Responses
In 2002, the exhibition "Cher Peintre," led by Luc Tuymans, prompted Art press to survey several contemporary artists via email. Participants included Carole Benzaken, Brian Calvin, Sophie von Hellermann, and Elizabeth Peyton, among others. They were asked to share their perspectives on painting today, with varying insights: Benzaken highlighted her extensive painted journal, Calvin discussed the internal structure of art, while von Hellermann linked painting to emotional depth. Despite Tuymans’ critical view on the survey's outcomes, he showcased several influential works, including "Der diagnostiche Blick" and "Sealed Rooms," which were shaped by the impacts of the Gulf War.
Key facts
- Art press organized an email survey for the exhibition 'Cher Peintre'.
- Luc Tuymans initiated the inquiry with participating artists.
- Artists included Carole Benzaken, Brian Calvin, Sophie von Hellermann, Alex Katz, Kurt Kauper, Bruno Perramant, Elizabeth Peyton, and Neo Rauch.
- The survey explored the painted image in relation to the represented image.
- Benzaken described her painted journal started in 1989, a narrow roll 450 cm long.
- Kauper discussed the relationship between figurative painting and digital imagery, citing his Cary Grant nudes.
- Tuymans concluded the survey was a failure due to limited responses.
- Tuymans presented works 'Der diagnostiche Blick' and 'Sealed Rooms', the latter inspired by the Gulf War.
Entities
Artists
- Luc Tuymans
- Carole Benzaken
- Brian Calvin
- Sophie von Hellermann
- Alex Katz
- Kurt Kauper
- Bruno Perramant
- Elizabeth Peyton
- Neo Rauch
- Francis Picabia
- Martin Kippenberger
- Constant Permeke
- David Hockney
Institutions
- Art press
- Moma
Locations
- New York
- United States
- Brussels
- Belgium
- Essex
- United Kingdom
Sources
- artpress —