SCOTCH HOPKINS (AMERICAN)
Art has been fundamental to my existence from the genesis of my consciousness. Commencing with the crafting of my own action figures derived from my childhood drawings, progressing to various acting performances, and culminating in diverse written expressions, art has steadfastly served as my perennial raison d’etre- a conduit to self-discovery, profound expression, and a means by which I engage and interact with the contours of reality. Complementing this foundation is my adoration and affinity for the sciences, wherein I possess an indominable fascination with the artistry, precision, and chaos intrinsic to its domain. Within the sphere of my artistic endeavors and aspirations, I aspire to ignite creativity in others, encouraging those imaginations to ascend unbridled, unencumbered by fear. Concurrently, my fervor for science, philosophy, and the tapestry for human emotions fuels a desire to instill intrigue and ardor for the mathematical, aesthetic, and enigmatic facets of these subjects, while remaining loyal to the honest expression of their emotional underpinnings. My aim is to provoke contemplation of profound inquires, to foster dialogue, and to embark on deep analytical journeys that facilitate both learning and creation.
Preeminent among all forms of art is life itself-existence in all its bewildering intricacy and exquisite precision in order and chaos. The cosmic machinery, from the sub-atomic to galaxy clusters, the elegance and strangeness of nature’s design, eludes replication through mere artistic conceptualization, however I am undeterred, poised to venture forth, nonetheless. In the realm of existence, the choices we make and our interactions within its construct offer the most profound canvasses for artistic proclamation. It is within these realms that I endeavor to explore a myriad of concepts, contemplations, and policy statements, all encapsulated within my varied artistic formats. I stand as a creative force, driven by an unwavering commitment to transcend my limitations, to test the boundaries of imagination and intellect, and to share the odyssey of this creative journey.
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Represented by ACCA Gallery, Beverly Hills
Scotch Hopkins is a man of many hands and of many appearances. For one line of work he must reinvent himself every day. For another, he must be ready to crisis-solve at every moment. For yet another he must create and re-create a visual language that changes all of a sudden, like some fast-moving inner city patois. Well, maybe it is. Hopkins’ visual art evinces a sense of formal and symbolic complexity - one that in its expansive and indulgent color and familiar themes eases its way reassuringly into your consciousness. The stories he tells and the characters he conjures are recognizable from contemporary life, indeed from our shared imagination; and from that adolescent street-tagger ethos comes a comfort with crudity, or at least with the direct, unsophisticated gruffness that demarcates today’s cultural loci. By turning us away from the imposing existential inquiries they hint at, and toward a fresher, sunnier gestalt, Hopkins reassures us of the world’s goodness even as he keeps the world’s failures top of mind. The struggle is not between good an evil, but between cynicism and bravery.
Peter Frank, International art critic, curator and poet
Los Angeles , October 2023
From Paper to Canvas: An Immersive Art and Science Journey of Self-Expression.
This solo exhibition explores the dialogue between the many different formats of self-discovery, expression, interaction with reality and science in all its technical wonders. It showcases Hopkins earlier paper artworks and the never before seen collection of paintings created with a proprietary process that offers two unique experiences.
As one of our invited guests, come and enjoy art, champagne and chocolate with VIPs from Beverly Hills and the surrounding art and cultural hubs. This is a VIP red carpet exhibition, dress code; HOLLYWOOD CHIC, photos by Getty Images, organized by ACCA. This exhibition has been reviewed by renowned art critic Peter Frank who wrote an essay about Scotch Hopkins practice.
WHEN: Saturday, October 14, 2023 5:00pm–8:00pm
WHERE: ACCA of Beverly Hills | 468 North Camden Drive | 2nd floor | Beverly Hills, CA. 90210
RSVP: acca.finearts@gmail.com
PROGRAM:
VIP Red Carpet 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Dress Code: HOLLYWOOD CHIC
Private Interviews: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
ACCA and Artist Talk: 6:45pm - 7:00:pm
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Los Angeles, CA (October 16, 2023) – Over the weekend, ACCA (Fine Arts Company, Beverly Hills) opened its highly-anticipated artist reception. ACCA and Scotch Hopkins unveiled an exhibit with never before seen works. The exhibit includes unique mixed media artworks, as well as an immersive art experience in a black light room and special gift shop items. The exhibition is being held at the ACCA Gallery in Beverly Hills.
The Los Angeles Fashion Show took center stage during the much-celebrated Los Angeles Fashion Week, drawing fashion enthusiasts from around the globe.
ACCA's collaboration with the fashion show marked a groundbreaking fusion of high fashion and artistic expression. This partnership spotlighted a myriad of artists — Amara, Fahad Alhumaid, Inessa Bonet, Jamie Nelson, Jim Jordan, Osiris Munir, Scotch Hopkins and their enthralling collections. ACCA's International Director Maya Ito fostered a dialogue between the worlds of fashion designers, models, photographers and creativity. All came to participate in making art, under the slogan “All You Need is ART”
"We are incredibly proud to partner with the Los Angeles Fashion Show 2024," said ACCA Director Carlos Benitez. "This event stands as a testament to the power of art and fashion in shaping societal discourse and driving forward a more inclusive and reflective cultural narrative."
"We are incredibly proud of Scotch Hopkins new painting created during Los Angeles Fashion Show 2024," said ACCA International Director Maya Ito.
"This event stands as a testament to the power of art and fashion in shaping societal discourse and driving forward a more inclusive and reflective cultural narrative." said ACCA Director Carlos Benitez
COSMIC PHOENIX FASHION
48x 60 inches, Mixed Media with Fluorescent paints. Price $15,000
