From the grunge-ridden disillusionment of Gen X to the savvy self-confidence of today’s Zillenials, people the world over have rallied around the mantra of ‘whatever’ to rise above the pressures of contemporary life. Continue reading
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A$19,800
A$3,500
Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
124 x 124 cm
“As an avid fan of grunge music and 90s alternative culture, there are few words that capture my imagination like ‘Whatever’. You can see the word feature prominently everywhere from the feisty dialogue of classic Gen X rom coms like ‘Reality Bites’ and ‘Clueless’, to the feedback-soaked nihilism of Nirvana and the rabblerousing rock’n’roll of Oasis. There’s a certain power to the word…”
– Johnny Romeo
Acrylic on Linen
183 x 243 cm
A$10,200 Buy Now“As an avid fan of grunge music and 90s alternative culture, there are few words that capture my imagination like ‘Whatever’. You can see the word feature prominently everywhere from the feisty dialogue of classic Gen X rom coms like ‘Reality Bites’ and ‘Clueless’, to the feedback-soaked nihilism of Nirvana and the rabblerousing rock’n’roll of Oasis. There’s a certain power to the word…”
– Johnny Romeo
…by the Harvey family in 1994 with an eye to establish a dynamic and inclusive contemporary art space on the North Shore of Sydney. For almost three decades we have expanded our reach to over three gallery locations and an ever expanding stable of the best artists Australia has to offer.
Thank you so much to everyone that joined us last for @johnnyromeoart Closing Party!
We have one final Artist Talk today, 2-3pm for anyone that has questions for Johnny himself!!
DM to RSVP ⚡️
The brilliant @bernardollis joined us last night for our @johnnyromeoart Closing Party ✨
Here’s what Bernard had to say about Johnny’s most recent work.
A great afternoon spent at @nas_au looking through the BFA Graduate showcase earlier this week!
A really strong, talented bunch!! ✨
NEW EXHIBITION by Johnny Romeo • WHATEVER! • 28 November - 10 December.
CLOSING PARTY TONIGHT at the gallery. Join us @ 6:30PM RSVP online now - https://harveygalleries.com.au/exhibition/johnny-romeo-whatever-exhibition-2024/
“As an avid fan of grunge music and 90s alternative culture, there are few words that capture my imagination like ‘Whatever’. You can see the word feature prominently everywhere from the feisty dialogue of classic Gen X rom coms like ‘Reality Bites’ and ‘Clueless’, to the feedback-soaked nihilism of Nirvana and the rabblerousing rock’n’roll of Oasis. There’s a certain power to the word that’s always fascinated me – how it’s used to express disillusionment and frustration, excitement and possibility in equal measure, how it can resolve problems and dissolve tension in one single word.
With my latest series, I wanted to explore the spectrum of ‘whatever’ in all its complexities as an era-defining phrase that continues to be a major part of today’s lingua franca. More specifically, I wanted my paintings to speak to the notion of ‘whatever’ as an ideal and a lifestyle that embraces the potential of being whatever you want to be and doing whatever you need to do to live an authentic, meaningful life. A kindred spirit to expressions such as Nike’s ‘Just Do It’ or ‘you only live once’, ‘whatever’ is an invitation to believe in the impossible, to say ‘whatever!’ to the obstacles that stand in your way, and to truly live in the here and now.
I’ve consciously brought together a diverse cast of Pop icons, historical figures, thrill-seeking animals and superheroes, all from very different walks of life, to highlight how we can all be empowered by ‘whatever’ in our own special ways. By rising above the limitations set on us by society and our own insecurities, we each have the power to face whatever challenges await us and radically transform our lives for the better”.
#art #popart #harveygalleries #johnnyromeo
YOU’RE INVITED!!
@johnnyromeoart CLOSING PARTY ✨
Tomorrow, 6.30pm onwards. DM to RSVP.
See you there!
NEW EXHIBITION by Johnny Romeo • WHATEVER! • 28 November - 10 December.
CLOSING PARTY THIS FRIDAY NIGHT at the gallery. Join us @ 6:30PM RSVP online now - https://harveygalleries.com.au/exhibition/johnny-romeo-whatever-exhibition-2024/
“As an avid fan of grunge music and 90s alternative culture, there are few words that capture my imagination like ‘Whatever’. You can see the word feature prominently everywhere from the feisty dialogue of classic Gen X rom coms like ‘Reality Bites’ and ‘Clueless’, to the feedback-soaked nihilism of Nirvana and the rabblerousing rock’n’roll of Oasis. There’s a certain power to the word that’s always fascinated me – how it’s used to express disillusionment and frustration, excitement and possibility in equal measure, how it can resolve problems and dissolve tension in one single word.
With my latest series, I wanted to explore the spectrum of ‘whatever’ in all its complexities as an era-defining phrase that continues to be a major part of today’s lingua franca. More specifically, I wanted my paintings to speak to the notion of ‘whatever’ as an ideal and a lifestyle that embraces the potential of being whatever you want to be and doing whatever you need to do to live an authentic, meaningful life. A kindred spirit to expressions such as Nike’s ‘Just Do It’ or ‘you only live once’, ‘whatever’ is an invitation to believe in the impossible, to say ‘whatever!’ to the obstacles that stand in your way, and to truly live in the here and now.
I’ve consciously brought together a diverse cast of Pop icons, historical figures, thrill-seeking animals and superheroes, all from very different walks of life, to highlight how we can all be empowered by ‘whatever’ in our own special ways. By rising above the limitations set on us by society and our own insecurities, we each have the power to face whatever challenges await us and radically transform our lives for the better”.
#art #popart #harveygalleries #johnnyromeo
NEW EXHIBITION by Johnny Romeo • WHATEVER! • 28 November - 10 December.
CLOSING PARTY TOMORROW NIGHT at the gallery. Join us @ 6:30PM RSVP online now: https://harveygalleries.com.au/exhibition/johnny-romeo-whatever-exhibition-2024/
“As an avid fan of grunge music and 90s alternative culture, there are few words that capture my imagination like ‘Whatever’. You can see the word feature prominently everywhere from the feisty dialogue of classic Gen X rom coms like ‘Reality Bites’ and ‘Clueless’, to the feedback-soaked nihilism of Nirvana and the rabblerousing rock’n’roll of Oasis. There’s a certain power to the word that’s always fascinated me – how it’s used to express disillusionment and frustration, excitement and possibility in equal measure, how it can resolve problems and dissolve tension in one single word.
With my latest series, I wanted to explore the spectrum of ‘whatever’ in all its complexities as an era-defining phrase that continues to be a major part of today’s lingua franca. More specifically, I wanted my paintings to speak to the notion of ‘whatever’ as an ideal and a lifestyle that embraces the potential of being whatever you want to be and doing whatever you need to do to live an authentic, meaningful life. A kindred spirit to expressions such as Nike’s ‘Just Do It’ or ‘you only live once’, ‘whatever’ is an invitation to believe in the impossible, to say ‘whatever!’ to the obstacles that stand in your way, and to truly live in the here and now.
I’ve consciously brought together a diverse cast of Pop icons, historical figures, thrill-seeking animals and superheroes, all from very different walks of life, to highlight how we can all be empowered by ‘whatever’ in our own special ways. By rising above the limitations set on us by society and our own insecurities, we each have the power to face whatever challenges await us and radically transform our lives for the better”.
#art #popart #harveygalleries #johnnyromeo
NEW EXHIBITION by Johnny Romeo • WHATEVER! • 28 November - 10 December.
NOW SHOWING at the gallery. COME VISIT IN PERSON! Or online now - https://harveygalleries.com.au/exhibition/johnny-romeo-whatever-exhibition-2024/
“As an avid fan of grunge music and 90s alternative culture, there are few words that capture my imagination like ‘Whatever’. You can see the word feature prominently everywhere from the feisty dialogue of classic Gen X rom coms like ‘Reality Bites’ and ‘Clueless’, to the feedback-soaked nihilism of Nirvana and the rabblerousing rock’n’roll of Oasis. There’s a certain power to the word that’s always fascinated me – how it’s used to express disillusionment and frustration, excitement and possibility in equal measure, how it can resolve problems and dissolve tension in one single word.
With my latest series, I wanted to explore the spectrum of ‘whatever’ in all its complexities as an era-defining phrase that continues to be a major part of today’s lingua franca. More specifically, I wanted my paintings to speak to the notion of ‘whatever’ as an ideal and a lifestyle that embraces the potential of being whatever you want to be and doing whatever you need to do to live an authentic, meaningful life. A kindred spirit to expressions such as Nike’s ‘Just Do It’ or ‘you only live once’, ‘whatever’ is an invitation to believe in the impossible, to say ‘whatever!’ to the obstacles that stand in your way, and to truly live in the here and now.
I’ve consciously brought together a diverse cast of Pop icons, historical figures, thrill-seeking animals and superheroes, all from very different walks of life, to highlight how we can all be empowered by ‘whatever’ in our own special ways. By rising above the limitations set on us by society and our own insecurities, we each have the power to face whatever challenges await us and radically transform our lives for the better”.
#art #popart #harveygalleries #johnnyromeo
Harvey Galleries was founded by the Harvey family in 1994 with an eye to establish a dynamic and inclusive contemporary art space on the North Shore of Sydney. For almost three decades we have expanded our reach to over three gallery locations and an ever expanding stable of the best artists Australia has to offer.
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