Contemporary Art (Pollock)

"Contemporary Art (Pollock)", a 39 x 63-inch original oil painting on canvas by The Connor Brothers. The painting cleverly mimics the iconic drip and splatter style of Jackson Pollock, with chaotic layers of paint in red, blue, black, white, and yellow scattered across the lower section of the canvas. The upper portion resembles a vintage Penguin book cover with the title “Contemporary Art” and a humorous subtitle, “A Load Of Old Pollocks,” referencing both Pollock's name and a playful critique of abstract art. The phrase offers an ironic take on the art world’s sometimes perplexing fascination with abstract expressionism.

The Connor Brothers, British artists Mike Snelle and James Golding, are known for blending wit, irony, and social commentary in their work. Originally presenting themselves with a fictional backstory of twin brothers escaping from a Californian cult, they captured the art world's intrigue with this narrative. The Connor Brothers frequently explore themes of truth, perception, and identity, using text and imagery inspired by pulp fiction, vintage book covers, and pop culture.

In "Contemporary Art (Pollock)", they invite viewers to question conventional notions of what constitutes "high art" and to laugh at the often pretentious world of contemporary art. The piece, with its blend of abstract expressionism and textual satire, exemplifies The Connor Brothers’ commitment to challenging societal norms and encouraging a fresh perspective on cultural expectations.