ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: On Marcus Leslie Singleton
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
Marcus Leslie Singleton (b. 1990) is a Seattle-born, self-taught artist best known for his distinct figurative paintings that cite pointed yet subtle observations. Singleton’s practice offers implicit critiques of contemporary social and political issues while simultaneously inviting viewers to engage in a visceral discourse examining the dialogue around spirituality and social constructs. Through natural, carefree, and playful strokes, his work depicts narrative scenes highlighting the trials of reality and it's nonphysical components; "I'm interested in creating new paths that aim to contextualize aesthetic beliefs and inspire people to unlearn and humanize us presently and in the future," Singleton explains. His presentation of these timelines both highlight and celebrate the multiplicity in society detailing the parallel realities of joy and hardship in a figurative language. Using spontaneity, scale, and expressive placement of color Singletons paintings offer a jovial perspective that is both poignant and bold.
Highlighting the artist's practice and newly released edition with ART FOR CHANGE
 Marcus Leslie Singleton with his print G Street, 2024. Image courtesy of the artist. |
Take a closer look at Brooklyn-based artist Marcus Leslie Singleton’s newest limited edition print, G Street, which is now available for purchase at artforchange.com.
Marcus Leslie Singleton is a self-taught artist best known for his distinct figurative paintings that cite pointed yet subtle observations. Singleton’s practice offers implicit critiques of contemporary social and political issues while simultaneously inviting viewers to engage in a visceral discourse examining the dialogue around spirituality and social constructs. His presentation of these timelines both highlight and celebrate the multiplicity in society detailing the parallel realities of joy and hardship in a figurative language. Using spontaneity, scale, and expressive placement of color, Singleton’s paintings offer a jovial perspective that is both poignant and bold.
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MARCUS LESLIE SINGLETON
G Street, 2024
24 x 23.75 inches
Archival Pigment Print
Limited edition of 15
Hand-embellished, signed and numbered by the artist
Limited edition of 25 with 5AP + 1PP
Signed and numbered by the artist
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 Detail images from Marcus Leslie Singleton’s G Street, 2024. |
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