Featured image: Whiter Than You, Bob Conge, 2023, giclee art print, 36 x 24 in. / 91.44 x 60.96 cm.
Bob Conge's artworks are not just giclée art prints; they are visceral critiques of corporate and societal power structures.
Bob Conge is an artist known for his expressive giclée prints that critique corporate and societal power structures.
Using chaotic and gestural lines, Conge crafts a series of images that reflect both the monstrosity and banality of authority figures. His work challenges viewers to confront the often hidden yet pervasive influence of these figures in everyday life, urging a deeper understanding of the power dynamics that govern society.
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Coal Exec. (2023):
"Coal Exec.", Bob Conge, 2023, giclee art print, 36 x 24 in. / 91.44 x 60.96 cm.
"Coal Exec." is a stark portrayal of a corporate figure in the coal industry. The artwork’s dense, tangled lines create a sense of disarray, suggesting the internal and external conflicts surrounding the coal industry’s environmental impact. The figure appears distorted and fragmented, much like the industry itself—under pressure and scrutiny. The chaotic composition reflects the moral ambiguity and underlying tensions of those who wield power over natural resources, making the viewer question the true cost of such authority.
Bank Exec. (2024):
Bank Exec., Bob Conge, 2024, giclee art print, 36 x 24 in. / 91.44 x 60.96 cm.
In "Bank Exec.," Conge presents another unsettling image of a faceless authority figure. With exaggerated features and a disturbingly vacant expression, this piece captures the cold, impersonal nature often associated with financial institutions. The use of heavy, erratic lines creates a dynamic energy, reflecting the volatility and unpredictability of the banking world. Conge’s portrayal seems to critique the greed and detachment often attributed to those at the top of these structures, leaving viewers with a sense of unease about the influence of such figures in our society.
Hate (2023):
"Hate", Bob Conge, 2023, giclee art print, 36 x 24 in. / 91.44 x 60.96 cm.
"Hate" diverges slightly from the other two works by focusing on the abstracted figure of a man, his mouth grotesquely exaggerated by a serpent-like tongue sticking outward. The wild, gestural strokes suggest a furious, almost uncontrollable anger, capturing the essence of unchecked aggression. The figure’s expression is a caricature of hate itself, pointing to the destructive nature of unchecked emotion and power. Conge’s choice to leave much of the figure undefined adds to the ambiguity, suggesting that hate is a faceless force that can exist anywhere, within anyone.
Bob Conge’s series of giclée prints are not merely artworks but sharp commentaries on the power structures that shape our world. Through his raw and expressive style, Conge lays bare the darker sides of human nature and authority, challenging viewers to see beyond the surface. "Coal Exec.," "Bank Exec.," and "Hate" are provocative works that invite critical reflection on the systems we often take for granted, revealing the complexities and contradictions of power.
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"Blacker Than You", Bob Conge, 2023, giclee art print, 36 x 24 in. / 91.44 x 60.96 cm.
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