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Ryan Travis Christian will soon kick off his fourth solo exhibition at Chicago’s Western Exhibitions gallery. Entitled “Cryin Ryan,” the presentation will feature a selection of new oil-on-canvas paintings portraying his recognizable spin on 1930s-inspired cartoons through absurdist scenarios and thought-provoking themes. Featured across the dramatic compositions are eagles that aim to subvert the “sacred mascot of nationalism,” as per the gallery in a statement.
“Humanity has attached itself to birds in a really terrible way, and I’m going to continue that tradition,” said the artist. Art writer Jason Foumberg added: “So, in several artworks he turns the eagle on its head to celebrate its majestic anus. Why? Ryan has a way of bringing to light the dark side of life. He can be uncomfortably hilarious, but comedy is a great antidote to fear. Ryan’s new artworks prove that he is a seriously funny guy who speaks softly but carries a big stick.”
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