Motel Pool (2013)
Motel Pool (2013)
Signed Print
Bob Dylan
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80 x 60cm, Edition of 295, Giclée print
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Bob Dylan's 2013 Motel Pool, a vibrant print from his acclaimed Drawn Blank series, captures a serene poolside scene through mixed media with bold lines and expressive colours. Originating from sketches created during his extensive touring between 1989 and 1992, this work reflects Dylan's distinctive style influenced by Folk Art and Americana.
Motel Pool is a prime example of Dylan’s talent at turning familiar scenes into richly expressive paintings full of bright colour, bold, spontaneous brushwork, and compelling narrative. The original artwork used mixed media to create a textured quality that enhances the folk art aesthetic, characteristic of Dylan's exploration into visual arts where he translates the raw emotional depth of his music into striking imagery. The poolside scene reflects his fascination with capturing unremarkable American landscapes, similar to Edward Hopper's approach to everyday American life.
The motel motif holds particular significance in Dylan's artistic and musical biography, as he reportedly wrote some of his most seminal lyrics whilst staying at motels, including his acclaimed album Blood on the Tracks at the Hotel June Malibu along the Pacific Coast Highway in the 1970s. In this sense, Motel Pool demonstrates Dylan's autobiographical approach to visual art, creating direct links between his touring experiences and artistic output. The work resonates with cultural nostalgia, inviting viewers to reflect on familiar yet deeply personal, fleeting scenes that bridge Dylan's worlds of music and visual art with authenticity and flair.
American icon, Bob Dylan, has successfully established himself as a visual artist alongside his highly decorated musical career. Having formed a distinctive visual style, Dylan's art often mirrors the poetic and introspective nature of his music, reflecting his profound observations and reflections on the human experience. Drawing on every day experiences and objects, the artist's works are characterised by bold lines and washes of vibrant colour. Dylan's visual art has been featured in exhibitions around the world, allowing audiences to experience another facet of his creative genius and demonstrating the depth of his artistic versatility and creative expression.