Explore Figurative Artists

Don Brown is a British sculptor known for his elegant, minimalist figurative works, predominantly depicting his wife, Yoko. His practice explores themes of idealized form and presence, often rendering the human figure with classical precision and a contemporary sensibility in materials like bronze and acrylic.

Yinka Shonibare, CBE (b. 1962), is a British-Nigerian artist celebrated for his multidisciplinary practice exploring post-colonialism, identity, and race. He famously uses vibrant "Dutch wax" fabric to create sculptures, installations, and photographs, challenging historical narratives and the complexities of cultural authenticity.

Trenton Doyle Hancock (b. 1974) is a prodigious American artist known for his complex, mythopoeic narratives. His vibrant paintings, drawings, and sculptures delve into an expansive personal mythology, featuring a cast of characters that explore themes of good versus evil, race, and identity within a fantastical universe.

Matteo Nasini is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice often incorporates sound, sculpture, and textile art to explore themes of dreams, memory, and the subconscious. His immersive installations create sensory experiences, translating intangible states into tangible forms.

Agnes Scherer, a German artist, is known for her multifaceted practice spanning painting, sculpture, and performance, often presented as gesamtkunstwerk. Her intricate, narrative-driven works explore themes of theater, storytelling, and the construction of reality. Scherer’s art blends whimsical aesthetics with profound conceptual depth.

Juan Antonio Olivares, a Peruvian-American artist based in New York, creates nuanced sculptures and video installations that explore themes of identity, memory, and the human condition. His work often incorporates found objects and personal narratives, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. Olivares' art is characterized by its contemplative depth and subtle emotional resonance.

Patrizio Di Massimo, an Italian artist, creates vivid paintings, sculptures, and drawings infused with autobiographical elements and historical allusions. His work often features highly stylized figures in theatrical settings, exploring themes of identity, desire, and cultural memory. Di Massimo’s art blends classical references with a contemporary, often playful, sensibility.

Gabriel Chaile, an Argentinian artist, crafts large-scale, often anthropomorphic sculptures using humble materials like clay and mud. His work frequently references indigenous traditions and historical narratives, exploring themes of community, nourishment, and spirituality. Chaile’s forms evoke ancient deities and domestic objects, bridging the past with contemporary social commentary.

Venezuelan-born Sol Calero creates vibrant, immersive installations that merge painting, sculpture, and performance. Her practice reimagines Latin American identity, challenging stereotypes and exploring themes of migration, community, and representation. Calero's work transforms exhibition spaces into colorful, participatory environments that invite introspection and dialogue.

Monia Ben Hamouda, an Italian-Tunisian artist, crafts striking sculptures and installations that blend cultural heritage with contemporary discourse. Her practice is distinguished by a visceral approach to materials, often incorporating organic and industrial elements to explore themes of identity, memory, and the body's transformation within socio-political landscapes.