Katso seinällä Esikatsele AR-tilassa Vaihda tulosteeseen Siirry digitaaliseen kuvaan Lähetä
Tarkemmat tiedot Opas Lisää suosikkeihin Lataa kuva Samanlaisia kohteita Röntgenkuvaus Diaesitys Tilastot

Post-Monuments, Memphis (Jefferson Davis, erected 1964)

Matthew Shain’s ‘Post-Monuments, Memphis’ captures a stark black & white photo of a memorial. Explore this documentary photography exploring memory & post-monumental themes.

San Francisco-based Matthew Shain is a multi-media artist exploring post-monuments & memory through photography & MFA training. Exhibited in NYC, LA & more. Discover his work.

Käsinmaalattu öljyvärinen jäljennös

Käsinmaalattu öljyväri kankaalle haluamassasi koossa ja kehyksissä, taiteilijoidemme valmistamana tilauksesta. ( Vaihda tulosteeseen Siirry digitaaliseen kuvaan)

Vakiokoko
mittatilaustyö
CM
INCH

Valitse valmiista mitoistamme sellaiset, jotka vastaavat teoksen alkuperäisiä mittasuhteita.

leveys
korkeus

Voit syöttää omat mitat sopimaan tiettyyn kehykseen tai tilaan. Jos valitsemasi koko ei vastaa alkuperäisen kuvan mittasuhteita, rajaamme taideteoksen tai jatkamme maalausta käsin maalatuilla elementeillä. Digitaalinen esikatselu lähetetään hyväksyttäväksi ennen tuotannon aloittamista.
Huomioithan, että näytöllä oleva esikatselu ei vastaa todellista rajausta tai jatkamista. Vain digitaalinen mallikuva näyttää lopullisen sommittelun tarkasti.
Vaikka mittatilaustyöt ovat mahdollisia, suosittelemme valitsemaan mitan ennalta määritetystä listasta alkuperäisten mittasuhteiden säilyttämiseksi.

Esimerkkejä muokattavista asioista: Vaihda kasvot asiakkaan omaan valokuvaan; Lisää lemmikki (esim. korvaa kissa koiralla); Lisää taustalle piilotettu viesti; Muuta taustan maisemaa tai elementtejä.
Tilauksen jälkeen WahooArt.com -tiimi lähettää asiakkaalle sähköpostitse ohjeet ja esikatselukuvan.

Maailmanlaajuinen toimitus () 3–4 viikossa tavallisen 5 viikon sijaan. (26 syyskuu). Laadusta ei tingitä.

why_choose_icon
Ilmainen pikatoimitus ympäri maailman
why_choose_icon
Korkealaatuinen pellavakangas
why_choose_icon
Kattava kuljetusvakuutus
why_choose_icon
Tulliveron palautustakuu
why_choose_icon
Takuu täydellisestä värien vastaavuudesta
why_choose_icon
100 päivän palautusoikeus valmistusvirhetapauksissa
why_choose_icon
100% rahat takaisin -takuu
why_choose_icon
Määräalennus saatavilla

Kokonaishinta

$ 272

reproduction

Post-Monuments, Memphis (Jefferson Davis, erected 1964)

Reproduktiotapa

Replikaatin koko

-

Kokonaishinta

$ 272


Taiteilijan elämäkerta

The Lens of Memory: The Artistic Journey of Matthew Shain

In the intersection of journalistic truth and aesthetic inquiry lies the profound work of Matthew Shain. Born in San Francisco in 1978, Shain’s creative identity was forged through a unique dual pursuit of storytelling and visual exploration. His early academic path reflected a deep commitment to understanding how narratives are constructed and communicated; he first earned a Bachelor of Science in Journalism with an emphasis on creative advertising from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2000. This foundation in investigative clarity provided the essential scaffolding for his later transition into the fine arts, where he pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography from the California College of the Arts in 2005.

As Shain’s practice matured, it moved beyond mere documentation toward a rigorous interrogation of artistic theory and historical weight. Seeking to expand his intellectual horizons, he obtained an MFA in Visual Art from UC Riverside in 2012. This period of advanced study proved transformative, allowing him to move past the surface of the image to confront the complex, often uncomfortable, layers of societal memory. His work began to grapple with the heavy presence of monuments and the lingering shadows cast by historical legacies, particularly those that commemorate controversial figures.

Post-Monuments and the Weight of History

Shain’s most significant contribution to contemporary photography is perhaps best embodied in his groundbreaking project, “Post-Monuments.” Through this series, he utilizes the stark, uncompromising language of black and white photography to examine the enduring impact of historical monuments on our modern consciousness. One of his most poignant works captures a memorial in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to Jefferson Davis. In these images, the camera acts as a witness to the tension between the permanence of stone and the shifting tides of social justice.

The power of Shain’s technique lies in its ability to prompt contemplation through visual austerity. By stripping away color, he forces the viewer to confront the raw textures and somber tones of these societal markers, making the subject matter feel both immediate and hauntingly eternal. His work does not merely record a site; it interrogates the very act of commemoration, asking what remains when the ideologies behind a monument begin to fracture under the weight of contemporary scrutiny.

A Legacy of Visual Investigation

Throughout his career, Shain has navigated the vibrant art landscapes of major American metropolises, including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, and New Orleans. This geographic breadth has allowed his work to absorb the diverse cultural tensions present in different American urban centers, enriching his exploration of identity and memory. His achievements have been recognized by prestigious institutions, earning him exhibition placements in notable venues such as:

  • The Museum of Fine Arts Houston
  • The Special Collections of Rivera Library at UC Riverside

Beyond the gallery walls, Shain’s influence has reached a wider audience through features in respected publications like the Humble Arts Collector’s Guide. As an artist who bridges the gap between the factual rigor of journalism and the emotive depth of fine art, Matthew Shain continues to challenge us to look closer at the monuments we inhabit—both the physical structures of our cities and the psychological monuments of our shared history.

Matthew Shain

Matthew Shain

1978 - , United States of America

Tietoa taiteilijasta

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Contemporary Photography
  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Photography']
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Uta Barth']
  • Date Of Birth: 1978
  • Full Name: Matthew Shain
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Artworks: ['Post-Monuments, Memphis']
  • Place Of Birth: San Francisco, United States