Born in Belgium, Martin Flynn has been a lifelong explorer and creative visionary.
His journey through art began with a childhood fascination for discovery, which evolved into a mature passion for painting in the early 1980s.
Over the decades, Flynn has carved a distinctive niche for himself as a storyteller on canvas, blending cinematic inspiration with a global perspective.
Now, for the first time since the 1980s and 1990s, Flynn returns to his artistic roots in a city he believes to be the ideal setting for his work—Dubai.
After 35 years of world travel and gaining perspectives from across cultures, Flynn’s journey comes full circle.
Dubai, with its vibrant blend of tradition and modernity, provides a fitting backdrop for his art, which bridges the personal and universal.
Flynn’s artistic career took root during his explorations in America, where he delved into the cultural significance of objects and their connection to identity.
Reflecting on this early phase, Flynn notes:
“We reflect our personalities by the objects we surround ourselves with.”
This introspection, influenced by his time in Hollywood, inspired a series of works that captured the visual icons of the era, chronicling their social importance and resonance.
In a style likened to a filmmaker without a camera, Flynn constructs narratives through his paintings, condensing entire stories into single frames.
His creative process incorporates photography as a foundational tool—melding images from mass media, personal snapshots, and found photographs into layered compositions.
These seemingly spontaneous arrangements evoke a cinematic quality, immersing viewers in the simultaneity of visual experience.
By the mid-1990s, Flynn’s perspective expanded to a more international lens, shifting focus from the American Dream to global street-level recollections.
His recent works, infused with quiet observation and emotional depth, reflect a universal consciousness.
He transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary visual narratives, blending optimism, humor, and profound insight into the human condition.
After decades of exploration, Flynn believes Dubai is the perfect place to reconnect with his artistic roots and push the boundaries of his creativity.
The city’s dynamic art scene, with its mix of cultural diversity and cutting-edge innovation, mirrors the essence of his work.
Dubai’s ability to embrace global perspectives aligns seamlessly with Flynn’s vision of infusing the everyday with magic and meaning.
Through his ever-evolving journey, Martin Flynn invites audiences in Dubai and beyond to engage with his captivating world, where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary.
His return marks not only a celebration of his artistic legacy but also a bold step into a future enriched by the perspectives he has gathered from around the globe.
Lux Times - Kirchberg 2006
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