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Nick in the studio January 2025
Photo by Paolina Stadler for Artiq

Nick Gentry | London-based Artist

Nick Gentry is a British artist whose innovative practice transcends the boundaries of traditional portraiture. A graduate of Central Saint Martins, Gentry has garnered international acclaim for his evocative explorations of identity, memory, and the evolving relationship between humanity and technology.

Gentry's oeuvre is characterised by its unique fusion of past and present. He first gained recognition for his portraits crafted on obsolete media, transforming discarded floppy disks, film negatives, and X-rays into poignant reflections on our digital world. His recent works continue this exploration, delving deeper into abstraction while retaining a profound engagement with the human condition.

The artist's latest series features striking depictions of icebergs, rendered in the ephemeral medium of smoke and soot. These ethereal works evoke a sense of fragility and impermanence, prompting contemplation on the environmental and societal shifts shaping our era.

Through his intriguing interplay of realism and abstraction, Gentry captures the fragmented nature of modern identity, mirroring the pixelation and anonymity of the digital age.

Gentry's art serves as a poignant commentary on contemporary existence, prompting us to question societal pressures, the pursuit of youth, and the impact of technology on our self-perception. His commitment to social art projects and charitable collaborations underscores his belief in art's power to spark dialogue and inspire positive change.

With exhibitions spanning London, Miami, New York, Paris, and beyond, Gentry's work continues to challenge conventions and ignite conversations. By weaving together past and future, he compels us to reflect on our place in the digital age and the legacy we leave behind.

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