Studio Lahav

2024 RECORD PAINTINGS

Studio Lahav
2024 RECORD PAINTINGS

 In this series Jac Lahav mines their substantial vinyl record collection to produce over 100 paintings of celebrated record covers. Lahav became fascinated with vinyl after discovering a Russian bootleg of Sonic Youth’s iconic 1988 album “Daydream Nation” with the artist Gerhard Richter’s painting Kerze (Candle) featured on the album cover. Richter’s work confronts history through combining painting and photography. Lahav’s work considers the back and forth of history, the transaction of ideas of both our personal and collective past, capturing a momentary flicker in time.

Lahav applies his unique skill set to breathe new life into these portraits, drawing inspiration from the fluidity and resonance of the artists’ touring exhibitions “48 Jews” and “The Great Americans”.

Each painting carries the weight of nostalgia, music, and artistic expression, transporting viewers to an analog oasis in our digitally focused world.

“Hot 100: Record Paintings” delves into the sentimental realm of Lahav’s musical explorations through their art practice, celebrating albums that have profoundly resonated with the artist and within our collective consciousness. This unique intersection of personal experience, artistic expression, and collective memories fuel the multi-faceted transactions between audience and viewer in this exhibition.

UPCOMING
AVSG, Chicago May 2024
Mana Contmeporary, Oct 2024
PAST: SPRING/BREAK Art Fair : Sept 2023

LIMITED PRINTS AVAILABLE

Studio Lahav

PLANT PAINTING & INSTALL

In the dynamic intersection of horticulture and contemporary art, plant installations have emerged as a captivating medium, blending the natural world with artistic expression to create immersive experiences. These living artworks, often large-scale and site-specific, engage audiences by transforming ordinary spaces into lush, green environments that challenge our perceptions of nature and art. As both a celebration of botanical beauty and a commentary on environmental and personal themes, plant installations are at the forefront of contemporary art, drawing attention from art enthusiasts, environmentalists, and the general public alike. This unique fusion of horticulture and art not only beautifies spaces but also inspires reflection on our connection with nature, making it a significant trend in today's art world.

Studio Lahav
PLANT PAINTING & INSTALL
Studio Lahav

SMASH ART


In a groundbreaking shift from traditional museum experiences, contemporary artist Lahav has redefined what it means to create a children-friendly art event, making waves in the art community with his innovative approach to social engagement in artwork. Through his unique performance in 2022, Lahav transformed galleries and museums into spaces of joy and interaction, inviting young audiences to actively participate in his art. By introducing "sleeper paintings" — artworks made of papier-mâché and filled with candy, inspired by piñata traditions and Jewish Purim celebrations — Lahav offered children a chance to engage in an act of joyful iconoclasm. This event not only provided a memorable experience for its young participants but also challenged the conventional boundaries of art spaces, making it a standout example of fun, museum-based contemporary art events tailored for children and families. This initiative marks a significant step towards creating more inclusive, engaging, and child-friendly environments within the contemporary art world.

Studio Lahav
SMASH ART