Artificial Icon 5

"Artificial Icon 5" is an exquisite piece of art that stands out with its meticulous graphite and white pencil detailing. The artist's skill shines through in the careful application of acrylic and the delicate incorporation of gold and silver leaf on the shaped wood panel. This artwork showcases a captivating depiction of a robot, bringing together the contrasting elements of technology and the organic. Its presence is undeniably commanding, drawing viewers into a world where the boundaries between humanity and machinery blur. Each stroke of the pencil and every glimmer of gold and silver leaf adds depth and complexity to this thought-provoking creation.

Some develop a world view through acquisition of unbiased knowledge, but the world view of many is pre-ordained by culture, or manipulated by institutions. The world today is striking in its defined sides. Robert Nelson is interested in contrast; innocence/corruption, the infinite/the finite, past/future, good/evil. Robert is fascinated by how meanings can change depending on point of view. He strives for images that are defined differently by each observer. An image where their experiences, prejudices and beliefs all combine into the final experience of the work.