This is a show that we have been looking forward to for some time now, and now that it is just around the corner, we’re brimming with anticipation. We first saw the work of Hush several years ago, and have enjoyed watching his colourful work evolve, going from strength to strength with every piece we see.

There’s just something about his subjects, and his colour work, that is completely captivating – read on …

“Metro Gallery is proud to present ‘Sirens’, the first solo exhibition in Australia by UK artist Hush. Described as a ‘sensory assault’, Hush’s work is a visual treat, a layering of colours and a fusion of anime, pop-infused imagery, graffiti and graphic design.

Fascinated by Asian graphic novels and inspired by the likes of Mimmo Rotella, Roy Lichtenstein and Sir Peter Blake, Hush has a unique style that has led to worldwide acclamation. He was recently recognised in London Independent’s list of ‘Top 20 Up and Coming Artists’.

‘Sirens’ continues the artist’s style, effortlessly fusing traditional Eastern art with Western traditions of action painting and graffiti. Inspired by the portrayal of the female form in art, the artist depicts Eastern-like women set within backgrounds filled with layers of rich colour. Patterns, ranging from geometric repetition to florals reminiscent of delicately decorated vases, are not solely confined to the background but often take on a new dimension, forming graceful kimonos, hairstyles or headpieces. Tagging and graffiti transition from street art to the studio, to form part of these patterns.

Hush has continued to evolve his style with this new offering, creating deeper, richer pieces than anything he has produced before. “I’m stripping pieces down, over complicating others to show a complex body of work to educate the viewer and bring them deeper into the process of making the work.”

Hush has participated in solo and group exhibitions worldwide, including Los Angeles, New York City, Miami, London, Basel, San Francisco and Berlin. His work has featured in a series of publications including: Street Knowledge (Harper Collins), The Street Art Stencil Book (Laurence King Publishing), Huck magazine and Art Monthly.”

That about sums it all up – we’ll see you all next Wednesday at Metro Gallery!!

Who: Hush
What: Sirens solo show
Where: Metro Gallery,
When: Show opens Wednesday 30th May, and runs from May 21st to June 19th.

Check out Hushs website and Metro Gallery for more details on the show, as well as a preview of the artwork in the show!