Jed Ochmanek
Jed Ochmanek (born 1982) is an American visual artist known for his abstract paintings, sculpture, and video works. His art is characterized by the use of oil-based enamel on metal surfaces and experiments with light, reflection, and materiality.
Early Life and Education
Ochmanek was born in Frankfurt, Germany in 1982. He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2005.
Career
Ochmanek is known for his innovative approach to painting, often employing oil-based enamel poured onto aluminum. This technique evokes elements of Abstract Expressionism while exploring themes of chance and unpredictability.
Exhibitions
Ochmanek has exhibited his work in solo and group exhibitions in galleries across the United States. Notable exhibitions include:
Palladium at Young Art Gallery, Los Angeles, CA (2011)
Sundials at ltd los angeles, Los Angeles, CA (2014)
Gatefolds at Compound YV, Yucca Valley, CA (2024)
Collaborations
In 2018-2019, Ochmanek collaborated with musicians Merz and Laraaji on a series of projects combining video, sound, and print work. The projects explored the interplay between visual and auditory experiences.
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