Rob Croxford

Arcade

September 1st through September 25th, 2010

Rob Croxford’s new mixed media works employ his signature wordplay while exploring the aesthetics of vintage arcade games. Croxford repurposes found materials to create the spectacle of the pinball machine. The combination of flashing lights and imagery evokes the extraordinary worlds of the Arcade, while nudging themes from today’s pop culture.

 

                                                                       

                        Pinball,    Mixed Media, 20 x 40                                                                                                    Shoot for the Moon,   Mixed Media  20 x 40
Plane and Special, Mixed Media 9x12
 

34 Balls, Mixed Media 9x12

Killer Robot, Mixed Media 9x12

 

 

 

Other Works Available  by Rob Croxford:

 

Wisdom from A-Z
April 1st through April 25, 2009


Wisdom from A-Z is an exhibition of new work by Rob Croxford. This exhibition is an exercise in whimsy. Each of brightly coloured – vintage themed canvases represents a letter of the alphabet. For example, the “B” canvas depicts a Bowling Ball and a quote from George Ball! The “C” canvas depicts a Croc Shoe and a quote from CoCo Chanel!

Rob Croxford paintings always have a political agenda. He appropriates old quotes and re-invents the context to draw attention to current issues. He mimics advertising iconography from pre-1950 to establish a vintage look and unapologetically “happy style” — this keeps his work accessible, and helps diminish the political sting. His work entertains but also challenges people to re-assess their values and consider the implications of their actions on our planet and our society. With a BFA in fine arts, Croxford is a full time artist based in Toronto.

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A- Automobil, acrylic on canvas   14" x 18"

B- Bowling Pin, acrylic on canvas   14" x 18"

C- Croc, acrylic on canvas   14" x 18"
 

E- Eyelash Curler, acrylic on canvas   14" x 18"
 

 

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