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"Fallen Arches" by Lexi Klein,
Arthur M. Sackler Gallery,
Smithsonian Institution.
Welcome!
Welcome to Lexi Klein's Art Theatre. Lexi's interests as a painter and photographer are dialogues on contemporary social, political, environmental, sexual and other issues. His work (see Gallery) expresses the human drama of contemporary life.
"Terminus" by Lexi Klein,
Fluor Daniels Commerce Building
Irvine, CA
His observations of new challenges to the eternal human condition continuously motivate his creativity. Ironically, to tackle contemporary issues, Lexi reaches into the past, basing his early paintings on Japanese Ukiyo-e or woodblock prints. His newest work has taken another direction, melding Japanese print, painting traditions and photography with western aesthetics, and computer technologies, inspired by religious and aesthetic themes from the Renaissance which he updates as if continuing a cross-epoch conversation.
"All Gods Children" by Lexi Klein,
United Sciences Exposition
Los Angeles
Lexi has painted about many issues from censorship to air and water pollution, toxic shock syndrome, American culture invading the world, international tourism and culture clash to current series on todays revolutionary mass media and internet culture (often as seen through the eyes of an up-to-date Adam and Eve). His works are marked by humor, an exquisite sensuality of line, form and color, astute commentary, topicality, and a high level of aesthetics.Join us in this site to read some of the artist's own words and enter the "World According To Klein," so that you might partake of his unique vision of our times.
About the Subject Matter. Lexi writes: "The social and cultural dramas of today's society motivate me to create paintings. My earlier work focused on my life experiences in the Americas and Japan. More recently I have been inspired to create paintings based on worldwide issues such as conflict, religion, sexuality, nudity, erotica, media, religion, privacy, confession, politics, race, violence, war, and environmental issues, among other things.
My works are sometimes humorous or lighthearted, and other times very intense. In this photograph, one can find great beauty, even in Bosnia, during the height of the conflict. The saving grace is always one of aesthetic concern--finding the beauty that transcends the issues.
Think of my paintings and photographs as individual scenes from a drama, play or movie. If they were movies, they might be rated everywhere from G or PG, to R or X. Like going to a play, you'll have to decide for yourself if you want to see what is showing. I hope with that in mind, that you will enjoy my art exhibition. I truly hope you enjoy yourself.
Thanks for visiting my works, you are welcome anytime!
Some of Lexi Klein's work can be found in the real world. Find the current Exhibitions near you.
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What's New?
This entire web site! Check back often as we add new paintings on display and features! And please make sure to hit your bookmark button right now!Check out the current Exhibitions near you.
On Display
There will be a sneak preview of this work in progress, "Baghdad at Sunset," at the new Arts & Space Exhibition Center, in Laguna Beach, CA. The painting is mixed media on canvas and measures approximately 90" x 168."
Studios
Here's where the inspiration finds a life... A view from the catwalk...
Lexi's video studio, where most of his creations are born. The vault is stocked with new works, that will eventually be shown in Seattle, NYC, Chicago, and Laguna Beach, next year and will find a home in San Francisco, the following fall!
Guestbook
"Astrogate" by Lexi Klein,
Jet Propulsion Laboratories
Pasadena, CA
Due to Lexi's rigorous work and travel schedule, it is very difficult for him to answer e-mail. Please be patient, and know that he will also review the Guestbook, and try to answer recurring questions.
Copyright Notice
"A Gift For Saddam"
Sculpture by Lexi Klein,
Privately Owned
New York City, NYImages presented in Lexi Klein's Art Theatre are for personal viewing purposes only and are protected by copyrights. All rights are expressly reserved. The images may not be duplicated or republished in any manner or medium without the prior written consent of R. Alexander Klein, Ph.D. and any other copyright holder(s).
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