David Gerstein
Israeli artist David Gerstein has become internationally known for his modern pop art sculptures. David Gerstein’s artwork commends immediate attention – it immediately captures the eye with its vibrant and rich colors. Gertsein’s interpretation of reality is given with semi-ironic smile and that’s what makes them so irresistible. Check out Gerstein’s artwork at Israeli on-line store Canaan-Online.
As a child, David grew up without toys. Throughout his many years of work, his creations have touched the innocent child that remains within us as adults. His art recreates that special playful space that our inner child longs for.
“For me art is something simple and basic” says Gerstein, “like bread and water and air. I also think of my works as fruit that the tree has sprouted. I don’t have to invent anything or rack my brain on how to process a grandiose idea: things simply grow by themselves. They flow when I am driving, talking, and in the morning before I get out of bed. The shapes and colors in my work are an enticement to communicate. Whoever is tempted to eat from the fruit will discover that it also contains vitamins.”
Born and raised in Jerusalem, Gerstein has studied at the most prestigious art academies in Israel, London, Paris and New York. This extraordinary artist has long captivated the Israeli audience with his free-spirited, authentic colorful works that often “wink” at the viewer with certain self-irony – a common characteristic in the Jewish culture.
David Gerstein’s refreshing and original works have captivated audiences by reflecting the Israeli lively and sensual imagery. Without criticism, Gerstein examines the Israeli scenery as he borrows from the symbolism of the everyday reality.
I saw these things on http://www.gersteinart.com. It sooooo nice!!
I bought a “head with a baby”
Cheers!
Johanna
Interesting choice! Gerstein’s Armstrong is my favorite but I really like head with biker too and his face to face sculpture.