A chef turned artist, Bhare currently works out of Charlotte, North Carolina from his home studio. It's there he create his traditional works on canvas, digital works and designs with clothing and skateboards. At 23 years old, Bhare has work in North America and Europe, having showcased his work in more than 3 professional galleries , sold over 30 NFTs, all within his first year. His work can currently be found at Lexicon Gallery in Plaza Midwood, Charlotte. Bhare's abstract work is selfishly introspective utilizing a wide range of neutral tone base colors layered with pastels and dark hues. His inspirations are pulled from growing up in the DC/Metro area, Japanese animation & storytelling, food, simple objects and the pure want to heal over past trauma no matter how big or small.
Statement
My artistic process is ever-evolving, allowing me to explore new paths and embrace different techniques. This adaptability led me to incorporate digital art alongside my traditional practice. To begin my creative journey, I often delve into my collection of journals, revisiting past entries and memories. From there, I select excerpts or phrases that resonate with me, serving as the starting point for my visual exploration. This process transforms the words on the page into a vibrant conversation between myself and the canvas.
Lately, I've been experimenting with a fluid abstract form, which gradually transforms into a human figure. This, coupled with the background color, establishes the overall tone of the piece. While the initial layer dries, I search for ordinary household objects that can symbolize the theme I'm exploring. These objects, initially seemingly devoid of deeper meaning, reflect the feelings of introversion and the cyclical nature of being a homebody. I incorporate my illustrations in the subsequent layer, filling in any gaps with necessary colors. The following stage revolves around subtraction—removing elements to further enhance the narrative. This involves utilizing gesso, white paint, black paint, cardboard, paper, and other materials. The process of adding and subtracting illustrations continues until I feel satisfied with the layered composition.
In the case of my digital works, the process is similar, with a few exceptions. Some pieces begin traditionally and then transition into the digital realm. At a midway point, I pause and prepare the artwork for scanning or capturing high-quality images. This enables me to transfer it to my digital workspace, where I can experiment with unique colors, collages, foreign textures, and various other digital techniques. I complete certain artworks in this hybrid manner as I actively engage with both the traditional in-person art community and the online digital art community.
full website is at www.bhare.art
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