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Summer 2015 Competition:

THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME

exploring borders and frontiers within and without

2nd Place Winner

THEY CAN'T ALL BE WINNERS
Oil on Canvas
48in x 47in
1,000. usd

artist statement

In the 1990’s, I sat myself down in front of the television and consumed a large quantity of cartoons. The quirky and anthropomorphic imagery imbeded itself in my mind. In more recent times my Midwestern upbringing and my occupation as a bartender has kept me around alcohol. I began to work these two influences together through painting allowing me to use contorted perspectives and infuse strange narratives that reflect myself and some of the common Midwestern experiences.

 


artist bio

I graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Green Bay in 2014 with a BA in studio arts and a minor in graphic design. I am the cofounder of Piss Poor Press, a print shop based out of Green Bay, Wisconsin.  I have placed second in the Wisconsin Biennial, been in several shows at the Museum of Wisconsin Art and have contributed to exhibitions at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center.

Billy Wenner - 2nd Place

billy wenner

Green Bay, Wisconsin [USA]
billy@billywenner.com 
 www.billywenner.com
 
 

art scene today Q & A

 
Q: Where do you see yourself in the art scene today?
A: Trying to progress my work while making a mix of fine art and consumer goods.
    
Q: What is in your inspiration?
A:  Much of my inspiration comes from common life, whether it’s a personal issue I’ve been working through or an interaction I’ve experienced. 
 
Q: What are your challenges?
A:  Working in a town that has a fairly minimal art scene has proven to be an ongoing challenge. If the scene isn't there then you have to make one or move out.
  
Q: How did you/do you choose your medium?
A:  My medium tends to come from what’s available and reasonable.
  
Q: Which artist has influenced you the most?
A: Phillip Guston has been a main influence as far as the fine art world goes, but recently I have really enjoyed the writings of Jenny Lawson and Allie Borsch.

 

  

   

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