It's the End of the World: Depressing paintings of apocalyptic destruction

Brian Mashburn's paintings are about accumulation and consequence, contrast and depth, narrative and observation. This particular selection of his latest work offers a haunting insight into his imagination. Perhaps of a world that no longer contains humanity. A world that we potentially destroyed, and the possibilities of what we'll leave behind.

Written by: Katy Cowan

31 October 2014

Brian lives and works in Asheville, NC. He holds a BFA from UNC Chapel Hill. You can discover more on his website or go see his work in the flesh at a new exhibition at Hashimoto in San Francisco.

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