A visit to Ryan Estep's studio in Greenpoint was illuminating in terms of hearing the artist's intentions and understanding the various processes Estep employs (variations on, and combinations of, mixing, patching, sanding, disinfecting, casting, handling and stretching). The result is some compelling works that easily transcend pure story or document. Ryan will show two of his sterilized dirt paintings as part of a group show at Robert Blumenthal Gallery that opens March 20th.
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