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// Shades of Grey - Light Blue by Bruce McLean is a vibrant screen-print from 2017 that combines abstract forms with a playful use of color and line. Against a soft, layered background of grey and light blue, McLean introduces bold black brushstrokes that wind and intersect across the composition, creating a sense of movement and energy. The occasional bright accents, like a vivid orange square and green leaf-like shapes, add a dynamic contrast to the muted background, injecting spontaneity and visual rhythm. With an edition size of 75 plus artist proofs, this work reflects McLean’s characteristic balance of spontaneity and structure, showcasing his expertise in abstract visual language.

Bruce McLean (UK, 1944) is a leading contemporary artist known for his irreverent approach to sculpture, painting, and performance art. A founder of the New Art Practice movement, his work challenges traditional art forms with humor and wit. McLean’s innovations have significantly influenced British conceptual and contemporary art.

Bruce McLean

Shades of Grey - Light Blue, 2017

Name: Shades of Grey - Light Blue, 2017
SKU: 6900

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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

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Screen-print

Screen-print Screen printing is a technique where ink is transferred through a mesh onto a substrate, with areas blocked by a stencil to prevent ink from passing through. This method, also known as serigraphy or silkscreen printing, is commonly used to produce prints on posters, T-shirts, vinyl, stickers, wood, and other materials. The process is a type of stencil printing, allowing for vibrant, detailed designs on various surfaces.

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Edition of edition of 75 + AP

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I am a sculptor who happens to paint.
- Bruce McLean

Bruce McLean (b. 1944 UK) is a British contemporary artist known for his innovative and humorous approach to sculpture, performance, painting, and film. McLean’s work often critiques the art world and its conventions, using wit and satire to challenge traditional notions of art and the role of the artist. He gained early recognition in the 1960s as part of the "New Sculpture" movement, where he became known for his use of everyday materials and his rejection of traditional sculptural forms. McLean's performances, often staged as parodies of art practices, are notable for their playful irreverence and conceptual rigor. His work frequently explores themes of identity, power, and the absurdity of the art world, blending elements of pop culture with a keen sense of social commentary. McLean's influence extends beyond sculpture into painting, where his bold, gestural works continue to push the boundaries of contemporary art. He has exhibited widely in major galleries and museums, and remains a significant figure in British and international contemporary art.

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What is Performance Art?

Performance Art is a genre of fine art that is traditionally interdisciplinary, involving various art forms. It can be scripted or unscripted, random or carefully orchestrated, spontaneous, or meticulously planned, with or without audience participation. Performance Art can be presented live or through media, with the artist either present or absent. It typically involves four basic elements: space, the performer’s body or presence through a medium, time, and the relationship between performer and audience. The artwork consists of actions performed by an individual or group in a specific time and space.

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Bruce McLean

Shades of Grey - Light Blue, 2017

114 x 97 cm

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