Lucy Picasso’s pop culture portraits reimagine famous works of art, celebrities, and historical figures. Referencing found images from books, friends, and the internet, Picasso’s recent work includes a series of paintings based on horror films from the 1970s and 80s, an energetic portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II, and a ceramic bust of a cowperson. As most of her work translates photographic images into a paintings, Picasso engages with long-held traditions in portraiture.
She has presented work in exhibitions throughout Minnesota, including We Are Not Disposable(2020), Randomlandat The White Page (2019), Groundswell at Artspace Jackson Flats (2019), and Work with Your Quirk at the Bridgewater Lofts (2019). In addition to her art practice, Picasso is an advocate for Minnesota Nice Spice, her sister’s spice company, for which she designed the logo.
Special thanks to Xavier Tavera for this portrait of the artist.
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