ART
Alun Williams |
Written 30 January |
Wednesday 29 April, 14:00Galerie Anne Barrault, 75003 [map]Alun Williams
The British artist, Alun Williams, known for his portrait based work, continues to investigate illusion and similarity in painting. In response to the invitation extended by Anne Barrault, Williams has organized a special casting, sending out his own invitation to an eclectic mix of personalities to participate in a group portrait and hoping to orchestrate a few unexpected encounters in the process. Initial rumours announce an diverse range of stars and celebrities, including Queen Louise of Prussia and Captain Robert Kidd, as well as super models like Victorine Meurent, fashionable New York painters such as
Dana Schutz and
Cecily Brown, and even the Chinese artist,
Yue Minjun! Other surprise guests are also expected.