Monday, January 16, 2023

RF Alvarez (American, b. 1988)

Goodnight House, 2022
Acrylic on canvas, 30.5 x 23 cm. 12 x 9 in.

RF Alvarez, born in 1988, is an American artist based in Austin, Texas. His work explores themes of impermanence, indulgence, and belonging, often reflecting on the queer experience. Alvarez draws inspiration from his heritage—his father immigrated from Mexico, and his mother comes from a family of cowboys. This duality influences his art, which challenges traditional notions of masculinity and celebrates queer resilience.

His creations include paintings, drawings, and objects that depict intimate moments, such as men in love, groups of friends, and windswept landscapes. Alvarez's style often features shadowy, monotone compositions that evoke a sense of tenderness and beauty in transience. His work has been showcased in various exhibitions and publications, including New American Paintings


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