Larry Rivers

Larry Rivers' art is characterized by a sense of primal urgency, as he draws inspiration from whatever fascinates him, disregarding traditional notions of focus and subject. Like other pop artists, he zeroes in on a single object or space, studying it until it takes on new meaning. Rivers' works, such as "Double Portrait of Berdie", feature vivid details that transform the subject into a separate entity, challenging viewers' perceptions. By blurring the lines between reality and subject matter, Rivers seeks to destroy the narrative and play with the audience's reaction. His art films, like "Tits", explore the boundaries between artist and audience, as well as society's response to his unconventional depiction of the human body. Rivers' intense focus on isolating subjects, whether on canvas, sculpture, or screen, yields powerful and thought-provoking works.