Discover Jason Brueck’s Vision in Civilization: From Rococo to Retro
Our latest exhibition, Civilization: From Rococo to Retro, is now open, and we are thrilled to spotlight the works of Jason Brueck, one of the standout artists featured in this collection alongside Denise Stewart-Sanabria. Brueck's captivating pieces merge vivid imagination with a striking commentary on the intersection of humanity, history, and futuristic ideals. He invites viewers into a world where boundaries between classical influences and modern aesthetics blur, creating narratives that are both thought-provoking and visually stunning.
Jason Brueck's Robo Cape combines mid-20th-century sci-fi nostalgia with contemporary artistry. Framed in ornate gold, the piece features a skeletal figure wielding a ray gun, surrounded by vibrant comic-inspired visuals and vintage movie posters against a cosmic backdrop.With its lightning bolt and bold textures, Robo Cape bursts with energy while exploring themes of adventure, mortality, and pop culture’s timeless allure. This striking work is a highlight of Civilization: From Rococo to Retro.
Encased in an ornate, gilded frame reminiscent of classical portraiture, Live, Laugh, Love combines vintage opulence with modern-day symbolism. At its center, an astronaut serves as a haunting yet regal focal point. The rich textures, gold accents, and celestial motifs create a surreal narrative that bridges the past and the present. Brueck masterfully reinterprets historical aesthetics with a contemporary edge, making this work both striking and thought-provoking.
Don’t miss your chance to experience Brueck’s work alongside the incredible work of Denise Stewart-Sanabria. Let their visionary work transport you to new dimensions while reflecting on the past and imagining the future. The gallery is open to the public Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. — 5 p.m.
MEET THE ARTIST
Jason Brueck is a digital artist based in Nashville, TN combining found and original images to create surrealist landscapes. He draws inspiration from images both past and present, light and dark, oftentimes combining the two in hopes of creating a counterbalanced symmetry.?Brueck’s astronaut series began with a photoshoot with him and his brother.
He rented a studio-quality astronaut replica suit in Hollywood. Brueck convinced his brother and a friend to “play astronaut” for a day and conducted the shoot. Brueck then transposed the photos into various settings to represent the exploration of the surrealist landscapes he creates.?
His work has been purchased by over 15 universities, multiple high-end hotels and apartment developments, and published in several magazines and books, including Bill Murray’s The Art of Being Bill and Best Wishes, Warmest Regards, an art book from the hit television series Schitt’s Creek.?
“My goal is to take the seemingly unimaginable and make it a visual reality by blurring the lines between the real and the surreal, creating a story where final interpretation is open to multiple realizations. There are a number of paths in my work...which one is ultimately chosen is left for you to decide.”