Gerhard Richter & Maison Martin Margiela

Today's mini art history excurshion is dedicated to the amazing Gerhard Richter. Richter is one of the most important contemporary artists and also (understandably)  the top selling artist. He is incredibly prolific and not shy of exploring different art medias. His photography paintings are among my favorite.

"Art is the highest form of hope." Gerhard Richter.

I had the pleasure to 'experience' this imposing painting/photograph in Chicago. We don't know much about the story of this woman, but I love her elegance & confidence of movement.

I appreciate Richter's combination of photo-realism and abstract painting...

II am thinking of pieces as bold as nature, and as confident as Richter's woman walking down the stairs...Maison Martin Margiela Spring 2012 collection!