Andrew Agutos takes a poetic approach between abstract and figurative, non-chronologically creating series of paintings that capture the energy and essence of moments, experiences or observations. Often titled with poems, his work forms an introspective visual and written library recording depths of human emotion, snapshots of cool and connecting the dots between dreams, design, desire, cities, love, luxury.

Unbound by a singular style, Andrew’s paintings are blended together by the language of color with nods to art history, the internet, rap music and fashion. Having an affinity for iconic imagery, he has designed and photographed for several fashion brands and figures—work that directly informs his painting.

Although enamored with beauty, consumer culture, achievement and the industries surrounding them, these topics are not necessarily romanticized in his work. There are often signs of dark undertones critiquing consumerism and contemporary society. The resonance of each canvas is either amplified or sofetened by use of distinct color palettes and symbolism, whether piercing, melancholy or optimistic.

Andrew Agutos, living and working in Paris, France, is an American artist born in San Jose, California. He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting/Drawing at California College of the Arts in San Francisco.