ARTWORKS
icons
Throughout his career, Burton Morris has reimagined cultural icons, challenging the way we view these touchstones in our modern lives. Each work distills a broader concept to its simplest form, effectively conveying a clear message. Morris’s fascination with symbols and icons began in his childhood during the '60s, a formative period for Pop Art, as he emulated comic book heroes through his drawings. His distinctive style is evident in the use of bold colors and dynamic hash marks that infuse energy into each creation.
comic book heroes
Nostalgia
Sculpture
Portraits
In his ongoing series titled “Nightstand Portraits”, Morris has created a series of artworks which are based upon an individual’s bedside nightstand. Each painting is composed of personal objects and ideas that represent the subject.
Following in the footsteps of Pop Artist Andy Warhol, Morris targets iconic celebrities, industrialists, fashion designers, actors, athletes, politicians, etc. The nightstand portrait captures the essence of the individual and allows the viewer to get an inside look at the person in a unique way.
