Artist Gil Bruvel
Driven by a curiosity about the human condition and the inner workings of the mind, Gil Bruvel's art stems from his contemplation of imagery, emotions, and sensations.
Who is Artist Gil Bruvel?
Gil Bruvel is a multi-media artist who manifests his beliefs on the human condition through a blend of surrealism with duality.
Born in Australia and raised in the South of France, Gil Bruvel is known for his ability to translate intricate concepts into mesmerizing artworks. Bruvel's artistic style is characterized by intricate craftsmanship and a masterful manipulation of form and perspective.
Bruvel’s art reflects the artist's mastery of technique and high-level craftsmanship. Gil experiments with a range of mediums and forms, including sculptures in bronze, wood, and stainless steel, as well as functional furniture and mixed media. Within his works, one can see the influences of architects such as Zaha Hadid, Frank Gehry, and Lebbeus Woods.
Recently, throughout his Cubist series, Bruvel attempts to deconstruct the human form into component planes and geometric shapes. In an attempt to convey fluidity, Bruvel expresses multiple viewpoints simultaneously. To reflet the interplay of forces, he disrupts vertical lines with horizontal ones, intentionally creating gaps and negative space to highlight human disconnection.
Gil Bruvel's artworks are influenced by surrealists such as Salvador Dali, Max Ernst, and Giorgio de Chirico. In his attempt to explore imagined and alternate realities through art, Bruvel attempts to transcend reality through art. In his later works, Bruvel experiments with the distortion of reality, exploration of duality, and the incorporation of multiple perspectives.
Bruvel’s struggle to manifest the human condition as well as themes of duality and fluidity culminate in his most recent series, “Bending the Lines.” At first glance, viewers recognize the subject's human form. However, the thousands of wooden shafts that comprise the work instantly transfix viewers, distracting them from the whole. The pixelated outlines mimic neural pathways, while the use of gradient color reinforces the interconnectedness of the mind. The wood is charred to show the impact of life on the physical form and its transient nature, which is transformed by the passage of time, revealing further patterns and detail.
