American painter, Shawn Huckins (b. 1984), is best-known for his fusion of technical skill and satirical wit. His paintings recreate classical American works of art in a darkly humorous manner and utilizes textiles, fabric, and text to showcase his appreciation of his homeland's history all while equally criticizing the nation in a modern millennial fashion. Huckins' work examines and challenges contemporary culture, offering pointed commentary on politics, societal norms, social media, and the complexities of individual identity in the modern age.
Huckins currently resides in the bucolic Monadnock region of southwestern New Hampshire. He studied at Keene State College in New Hampshire and The University of Wollongong in Australia and received his BA in Studio Arts in 2006.
Works showing courtsey of Rhodes Editions
American painter, Shawn Huckins (b. 1984), is best-known for his fusion of technical skill and satirical wit. His paintings recreate classical American works of art in a darkly humorous manner and utilizes textiles, fabric, and text to showcase his appreciation of his homeland's history all while equally criticizing the nation in a modern millennial fashion. Huckins' work examines and challenges contemporary culture, offering pointed commentary on politics, societal norms, social media, and the complexities of individual identity in the modern age.
Huckins currently resides in the bucolic Monadnock region of southwestern New Hampshire. He studied at Keene State College in New Hampshire and The University of Wollongong in Australia and received his BA in Studio Arts in 2006.
Works showing courtsey of Rhodes Editions