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Carousel Fine Art’s Chicago gallery introduces the works of British street artist Opake. Known for his graffiti-influenced compositions and expressive layering, Opake’s works bring a contemporary edge to the gallery—merging street culture with fine art in a way that feels both raw and refined.

Alongside this new presentation are works by Caroline Dechamby, Patrick Hughes, Mr. Brainwash, and Alexi Torres. Together, these artists create a layered visual dialogue, blending kinetic illusion, reimagined iconography, and textured narratives.
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Art History Through the Lens of Caroline Dechamby

Caroline Dechamby brings a contemporary twist to the icons of art history, appropriating well-known works of art history to make them her own. On display in the Chicago gallery, are her recent appropriations of Jean Michael Basquiat and Mark Rothko.

Who is caroline dechamby?

Caroline Dechamby is a Dutch artist who draws inspiration from art and history. Caroline's approach relies on engagement with masterpieces by iconic figures such as Pablo Picasso, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Piet Mondrian. In a daring act of self-reclamation, Dechamby skillfully paints herself—whether in full-bodied form or as a camouflaging silhouette—into these timeless works, embodying the very essence of creation. By symbolically placing herself at the forefront of artistic genius, Dechamby challenges the established narrative, reclaiming the field from "the boys" and reshaping art history in her own visionary image.

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Who is Opake?

Opake is one of Britain’s most sought-after street artists, known for experimenting with the fragmentation of Pop Art as a lens to raise issues around addiction, disintegration, and the societal impacts on cultural erosion.

Taking beloved cartoon characters, Opake transforms them into chaotic, thought-provoking compositions. His work explores themes of addiction, disintegration, and the cultural erosion of nostalgia in the modern world. Over time, his technique has evolved, blending graffiti with influences from traditional tattoo culture, music, and contemporary art. His distinctive use of thick black lines, vibrant color blocks, and intricate detailing reflects his early experiences as a tattoo apprentice and his admiration for artists like Keith Haring, Banksy, and Jeff Koons.

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Artworks on Display
- Opake, Positively disintegrating mouse, 2025
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