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MARKO STOUT: AN ARTIST
Being renowned in the art, celebrity and social industry is a hard and challenging thing. Rising on top of all three areas with your talent and skills tells a story of a dedicated, hardworking person that has reached that position by being unique and creative. One such name, that is highly appreciated in the New York circles is Marko Stout. The multi-talented visual artist is an example of how art does not know boundaries and limitations.
Marko Stout’s works can be seen at numerous international fine art galleries and private collections. His productions comprise of work from photography, video, film, new media, sculpture, painting and print as well. Not only is his work evocative, but it is also full of multiple cultural references, allegories, and meanings. His creative approach and his iconic style have often been likened with some popular performers, such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Jeff Koons, and Peter Blake.
In the NYC art world, Marko Stout is considered a true rebel because he doesn’t believe in keeping a low profile. His own appearance speaks volumes about his creative approach and he has developed some trademark looks. Marko Stout is usually spotted wearing black clothes, vintage-style sunglasses, and unique hats that give him a different vibe. His style is distinctive and immediately recognizable and he is frequently spotted hanging out at clubs, art galleries and some of the best events in the community. The artist had a very humble beginning. He lived on a houseboat in San Francisco Bay and hung out with his neighbor, who was a retired roadie and was also a trained painter by the Art Institute of Chicago.
He also owned an art gallery and they spent time together. Marko Stout was motivated by his friend and so he began selling his work at his friend’s gallery. This gave Marko the initial push and even though his friend overdosed on morphine, he gave a wonderful artist to this world. Since then, Marko Stout has only moved up in the art industry and made a solid name for himself. The uniqueness of his work comprises mixed media, painting, photography, video, new media, paintings, sculptures, and prints. Every piece of work he does has a special cultural reference and meaning which makes him and his work distinctive. The perfection is something he greatly strives for, especially in his metal paintings and sculptures, using materials that are strong and eye-catching and colors that are vibrant. Like every other creative mind, Stout is also known for not keeping a low profile when it comes to his appearance and sexy rockstar looks. The avant-garde creating style he flaunts, with the black outfits, aviator sunglasses, and unique fedora hats makes him stand out and be his own original individual.
In his series “Chelsea Girls” Marko Stout offers a window into the essence of city life while blending in a burst of female vigor. As we are plunged into this obscure scene, we become lost in the electric colors and dynamic brushstrokes, which ignite against the women’s organic sensuality. The resulting impact is a stunning contemporary spectacle!. His series opposes this convention by depicting young females as fierce and independent within their contemporary urban contexts. Each of Marko’s fresh-faced girls reveals a strong, unwavering presence while appearing oppositional to the spectator’s gaze. With their confrontational stare and unwelcoming body language, they all undermine the viewer’s observer and remain in control of their sexuality.
With every passing year, it seems that Stout only gets better and so his work is sought-after by celebrities, dealers and galleries. Due to this popularity, Stout has also launched his superb line of cool and casual urban section by the name of ‘Urban Tribe’. His unique style is definitely earning him more fans and his work is featured in various workspaces, clubs, and other environments.
Addison is a student of the Aust Abbottabad University of Science and Technology. He started his graduation in 2016 and graduated in 2020. I’m a professional article and blog writer, has written dozens of content on different topics and worked with professionals all over the globe. Feel free to contact me for any assistance. [email protected]
