Alex Israel’s 'Noir' Supports LA Artists Affected by Fires
Opening on February 6 at Gagosian’s Beverly Hills gallery.
Gagosian announces the opening of Noir, a new series of paintings by Los Angeles-based artist Alex Israel, debuting at the Beverly Hills gallery on February 6.
Israel, known for his deep connection to LA, explores the noir aesthetic through images that evoke a cinematic and emotional resonance. His paintings, rooted in the city’s architecture, reflect a blend of nostalgia and contemporary perspectives, capturing scenes from the 1940s to the ’80s in vivid colors and exaggerated perspectives.
Noir began as Israel’s photographs and sketches, which were enhanced with reference materials and collaborated on with animators before being brought to life as acrylic paintings by Warner Bros.’ Scenic Art department. The series evokes a dream-like quality, portraying spaces like a deserted lingerie shop window or a vintage car dealership—places without people but filled with a haunting, surreal presence.
A portion of the exhibition’s sales will benefit the LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund, supporting local artists impacted by recent wildfires. This exhibition, initially set for January, was postponed due to the fires.
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