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Alexandre Renoir (born 1974)[1] is a contemporary French-Canadian artist known for his modern interpretation of Impressionist themes.[2] He is the great-grandson of Pierre-Auguste Renoir,[2] the celebrated French Impressionist painter, and is among the few in his family to have followed the artistic lineage.[3]
Early life
editAlexandre Renoir was born in Cagnes Sur Mer in the south of France.[1] When he was four, the Renoir family moved to Canada. Despite the relocation, he remained deeply connected to his French roots and was influenced by his family's artistic heritage, particularly his great-grandfather's Impressionistic style.[1] He grew up surrounded by art and artist visitors.[4]
Artistic career
editAlexandre Renoir is noted for his vibrant high-color floral still life and figure paintings. He inherited the legacy of Impressionism from his great-grandfather but has added a modern twist to the traditional art form.[5] He exhibits a keen understanding of color, texture, and composition, elements that breathe life and emotion into his works. His art has been sold at auctions, with numerous artworks in private collections worldwide,[3][6] often in Florida.[7][8]
Renoir's paintings have been displayed in Park West Gallery, Ocean Galleries, the Museum of Fine Arts[9] and others,[10][11][12][13][14] though he currently works through Park West Gallery. He also maintains an active social media presence, showcasing his latest works and providing glimpses into his creative process.
In 2018, the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in Hendersonville, Tennessee hosted Beauty Remains, an exhibition of his works. The exhibition title comes from a famous quote by Pierre-Auguste who, when asked why he continued to paint with his painful arthritis in his advanced years, once said "The pain passes, but the beauty remains."[15]
Legacy
editAlexandre Renoir has embraced his lineage to enrich his own artistic expression, creating his own space in the art world and garnering recognition for his talent, impact, and take on modern Impressionism. He makes different stylistic choices than Pierre-Auguste Renoir, such as using the palette knife to paint instead of a brush.[11]
References
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- ^ a b Rising, Carmen. "Alexandre Renoir gives traditional art a contemporary twist". The Daily Texan. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ a b Culgan, Rossilynne Skena (11 May 2023). "Famed Impressionist Renoir's great-grandson will paint live in NYC this week". Time Out New York. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ jen.mulson@gazette.com, Jennifer Mulson (13 May 2022). "Colorado Springs exhibit to feature paintings by Renoir's great-grandson". Colorado Springs Gazette. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ Gallery, Park West (10 June 2019). "Why Pierre-Auguste and Alexandre Renoir Choose to Paint Beautiful Things". Park West Gallery. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ Boca Raton News. Boca Raton News.
- ^ Sarasota Herald-Tribune. Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
- ^ Boca Raton News. Boca Raton News.
- ^ "Art Planner: MFA St. Pete flower show, dogs in art at the Plant Museum, Denis Gaston". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ "Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center to Host Alexandre Renoir at the Public Art Opening "Beauty Remains" Exhibition April 22". PRWeb. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ a b Gallery, Park West (7 August 2017). "Alexandre Renoir Continues Pierre-Auguste Renoir's Artistic Legacy". Park West Gallery. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ "Alexandre Renoir seeks to follow a brilliant ancestor's path to glory". The Florida Times-Union. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
- ^ "When Food Meets Art: Alexandre Renoir and Ludo Lefebvre to Host "Artistic Fusion"".
- ^ "Sparkling Festivities" (PDF).
- ^ Culgan, Rossilynne Skena (11 May 2023). "Famed Impressionist Renoir's great-grandson will paint live in NYC this week". Time Out New York. Retrieved 5 July 2023.