Damon Roberts
A.L.S.D
2014
Screenprint
64 × 45 cm
Ed. /35 — édition de 35 légèrement différentes signée et numérotée avec certificat d'authenticité
Location: Paris, France
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About the artwork
This composition features a central image of two cupped hands, rendered in a sepia-toned palette, holding a collection of capsule-shaped forms. Below the hands, additional capsule-like elements appear to fall and accumulate at the bottom of the frame, creating a visual flow. The imagery is presented within a rounded rectangular border, set against a lighter, neutral background. The artwork, titled "A.L.S.D.", was created in 2014 and is part of an evolving series of experimental graphic works. The print employs a particular silkscreen technique developed by the artist, utilizing three semi-opaque colors on heavy recycled paper. The visual representation of hands holding and dispersing pills can be interpreted in various contexts, including themes of consumption, societal reliance on pharmaceuticals, or the concept of "better living through chemistry."
Expert opinion
Damon Roberts's practice is situated within contemporary printmaking, specifically focusing on silkscreen. His work aligns with artists who explore the technical possibilities of print media to create layered and textural surfaces. The artist's background in design and his self-engineered printing processes contribute to a distinct aesthetic within the abstract and urban art spheres. His market presence is primarily through his studio and online sales, with a limited number of works appearing at auction. Auction results indicate a developing market for his prints, with some pieces realizing modest prices.
About the artist
Damon Roberts is a British artist and printmaker born in 1974, known for his abstract art prints, particularly silkscreen. He operates from his Glass Siren Studio in Leeds, where he has been working exclusively with the silkscreen print process for over a decade. Roberts' artistic development stems from an early exposure to printmaking at a signage company at age 15, followed by a career as a freelance designer, creating artwork for the electronic and reggae music scenes, including projects for Trojan Records and SubDub. His practice is characterized by experimental silkscreen techniques, often involving multi-layer prints and custom-built printing equipment. Roberts' work is heavily influenced by music, album cover design, and the concept of synesthesia, which is the ability to see sound. He explores these themes through visual abstractions, often incorporating elements from audio technology. His methodical approach to printmaking involves extensive planning before the physical printing process, which he describes as a labor-intensive and meditative activity.
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