Blair Martin Cahill

Joined Artfinder: June 2016

Artworks for sale: 32

United States

About Blair Martin Cahill

 
 
  • Biography

    There are layers in all we see, do and present in our lives. These are the elements which we want to show, conceal, or perhaps only hint at. What is revealed is equally important to what is not, and both are needed to capture an entire vision.

    This is why I process visuals in layers.  Working with an array of different materials, my work involves tiers that either reveal or correspond graphically to one another.  

    I was traditionally trained, but am passionate about the new array of tools that are being presented and made available to artists.

    By combining traditional methods of foundry casting and textile production with modern technology, I can find endless inspiration. My new work encapsulates the traditional while juxtaposing modern and dissimilar materials, such as steel and silk.

    I obtained my BFA from California Institute of the Arts, and then attended the University of Arts London, Chelsea earning my MA in Fine Art.  This further established my individual style of combining elements of color and light.  In addition to studying at Art Center College of Design, I was awarded the Digital Fabrication Residency, which facilitated exploration of the boundaries of sculpture, tradition and technology. I have also had the honor of lecturing at the International Sculpture convention and the Collage Artists of America.


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  • Education

    2012 - 2014

    University of Arts London, Chelsea School of Art

    1983 - 1988

    California Institute of the Arts

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    Event: Scope NY

    Dates: 8 Mar 2018 - 11 Mar 2018

    Venue: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W 18TH ST
 NEW YORK, NY 10011 USA USA

    New York, NY: The 18th edition of SCOPE New York returns to its Chelsea location at Metropolitan Pavilion. Known for presenting groundbreaking contemporary work, SCOPE New York will welcome 60 international exhibitors at its centrally-located venue. In addition, SCOPE will continue its legacy of critically-acclaimed VIP Programming, with a focused schedule of events, talks and screenings. The first fair to run concurrent with The Armory Show, SCOPE New York’s spirit of innovation has consistently forged the way for emerging artists and galleries. Attuned to nuances in the market and itself an influential force in the cultural sphere, SCOPE continues to usher in a new vision of the contemporary art fair. SCOPE New York opens on Thursday, March 8, 2017, with the Platinum First View and VIP & Press Preview, and will run through Sunday, March 11, 2018.

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Education

2012 - 2014

University of Arts London, Chelsea School of Art

1983 - 1988

California Institute of the Arts


There are no upcoming events

Show previous events Hide previous events

Previous events

Event: Scope NY

Dates: 8 Mar 2018 - 11 Mar 2018

Venue: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W 18TH ST
 NEW YORK, NY 10011 USA USA

New York, NY: The 18th edition of SCOPE New York returns to its Chelsea location at Metropolitan Pavilion. Known for presenting groundbreaking contemporary work, SCOPE New York will welcome 60 international exhibitors at its centrally-located venue. In addition, SCOPE will continue its legacy of critically-acclaimed VIP Programming, with a focused schedule of events, talks and screenings. The first fair to run concurrent with The Armory Show, SCOPE New York’s spirit of innovation has consistently forged the way for emerging artists and galleries. Attuned to nuances in the market and itself an influential force in the cultural sphere, SCOPE continues to usher in a new vision of the contemporary art fair. SCOPE New York opens on Thursday, March 8, 2017, with the Platinum First View and VIP & Press Preview, and will run through Sunday, March 11, 2018.


 

Biography

There are layers in all we see, do and present in our lives. These are the elements which we want to show, conceal, or perhaps only hint at. What is revealed is equally important to what is not, and both are needed to capture an entire vision.

This is why I process visuals in layers.  Working with an array of different materials, my work involves tiers that either reveal or correspond graphically to one another.  

I was traditionally trained, but am passionate about the new array of tools that are being presented and made available to artists.

By combining traditional methods of foundry casting and textile production with modern technology, I can find endless inspiration. My new work encapsulates the traditional while juxtaposing modern and dissimilar materials, such as steel and silk.

I obtained my BFA from California Institute of the Arts, and then attended the University of Arts London, Chelsea earning my MA in Fine Art.  This further established my individual style of combining elements of color and light.  In addition to studying at Art Center College of Design, I was awarded the Digital Fabrication Residency, which facilitated exploration of the boundaries of sculpture, tradition and technology. I have also had the honor of lecturing at the International Sculpture convention and the Collage Artists of America.