“Bouquet No. 17” (2024), oil on vintage painting, 29.5 x 25.5 inches framed. All images © André Shulze, courtesy of Paradigm Gallery + Studio, shared with permission
When the paintings that form the foundations of ’s compositions were made, people likely had never heard of a pixel. The German artist’s elegantly framed revisions of vintage originals () playfully nod to the art historical legacy of still lifes while adding a contemporary, digital-inspired twist.
Schulze’s reimagined paintings nod to the way we view art today, often interacting on our screens, which flattens and sometimes distorts the work. He superimposes a geometric veil evocative of large pixels that draw from the original piece’s blooms and leaves, creating a blurred impression of a bouquet. The hue in each square is carefully selected to express tone and contrast among its neighboring tiles, distilling the details into a vibrant aura.
Limited-edition prints of “Bouquet No. 12” and “Bouquet No. 17” are currently available for pre-order from , and you can find more on the artist’s and . You might enjoy checking out his process in this , too.
“Bouquet No. 12” (2023), oil on vintage painting, 19.25 x 17 inches framed
“Bouquet No. 13” (2024), oil on vintage painting, 15.5 x 14.25 inches framed
“Bouquet No. 14” (2024), oil on vintage painting, 17 x 23.5 inches framed
“Bouquet No. 15” (2024), oil on vintage painting, 13 x 11 inches framed
“Bouquet No. 16” (2024), oil on vintage painting, 18.25 x 15 inches framed
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