Martine Johanna‘s art is characterized by exploring the boundaries between illustration and contemporary figurative painting; there are traditional style elements in her work, mixed-in with more abstract elements and compositions.
The work consists of imaginary characters with a stylistic nod to fashion and a great eye for detail. The mostly female figures are depicted in a surreal environment or are isolated in their thoughts. Both on canvas, wood or paper the works contain a complex energy that makes you stop and enthrall you in their illusiveness.
Johanna, graduated from ArtEZ Arnhem, has a striking style within the contemporary art world. Mid-2008, after a successful career as a fashion designer, she has fully applied herself to her autonomous work.
She has exhibited her works in many exhibitions, mainly in The Netherlands and The United States. In September 2014 Walls hosted her large solo exhibition ‘The grand illusion of sanity‘.
Images courtesy of Martine Johanna
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