Mother Dog Studios: Solomon Kane
Solomon Kane is an appropriated name that is VERY appropriate for an artist that uses appropriated items to create zany assemblages. The name is actually a character created by pulp fiction author Robert E. Howard. It means “peace and violence” a phrase to which the artist directly relates.
Without ever meeting Kane, the artist’s spirit is obvious in looking at the work. This is really not for those who like shy, non-confrontational work. Kane is definitely an in-your-face artist who’s not afraid of color or using things like actual raccoon skulls. What I think many people do, however, is dismiss the complexity of the work thinking something like “that’s too much”. However, I encourage pause in experiencing Kane’s work which will likely lead to enjoyment as you identify the components and begin to weave a story together. Again, you have to have a penchant for confrontational art to go along on Kane’s ride.
Of particular note are the items from “Paul Mart“, a collaborative installation piece from 2012 at Deborah Colton Gallery. These quirky pieces would add good dimension to any collection.
Kane says this quote sums him up: “Writers and artists can do more: they can vanquish lies! In the great struggle against lies, art has always won and always will. Lies can stand up against much in the world, but not against art.” – Alexander Solzhenitsyn
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Kane’s studio at Mother Dog Studios (720 Walnut St., 77002) is available by appointment via email or phone 832/244-3814.
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- “Imortality”, 15″ x 20″, $450
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- “The Quest”, 20″ x 30″, $900
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- “Psychedelic Gangster”, 15″ x 20″, $450
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- “Psychedelic Symbolism”, 15″ x 20″, $450
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- “Gan Xiu”, 31″ x 24″ x 10″ $500
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- “Dascartes Delight”, 16″ x 11″, $600
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- “Dascartes Delight”, detail, 16″ x 11″, $600
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- “Philosophical Viewpoints”, 8″ x 8″ x 8″, $400
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- “I Beg Your Pardon”, 12″ x 10″ x 5″, $400
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- “I Beg Your Pardon”, detail, 12″ x 10″ x 5″, $400
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- “Reaching Out”, 8″ x 10″ x 9″, $600
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- “Reaching Out”, detail, 8″ x 10″ x 9″, $600
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- “Primordial”, 8″ x 8″ x 8″, $400
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- “African Gothic”, 71″ x 49″ x 22″, $7500
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- “African Gothic”,detail, 71″ x 49″ x 22″, $7500
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- “Tales of Brave Ulysses”, 20″ x 26″ x 29″, $1200
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- “The Mother of the World”, 57″ x 43″ x 13″, $4500
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- The Subconscious Stuggle in the Existential Dimension of Dreams, partial, 14′ x 4′ x 29″, $9000
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- The Subconscious Stuggle in the Existential Dimension of Dreams, detail, 14′ x 4’x 29″, $9000
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- A piece from “Paul Mart”, $10
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- A piece from “Paul Mart”, $10
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- A piece from “Paul Mart”, $10
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- A piece from “Paul Mart”, $10
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- A piece from “Paul Mart”, $10
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- A piece from “Paul Mart”, $10
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- An untitled piece, 5″ x 5″, $35
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- An untitled piece, 5″ x 5″, $35
Love all the tiny details that come together for the composite images. I also enjoy his use of black outlining in certain pieces.. It creates nice drama and contrast. Definitely have to slow down to enjoy these pieces fully!
This is a treat to see into this artists Studio!