SSNAP 2021/22 Finalist Mitchell Fenton’s has an exhibition of new work ‘The Winter Sport’ on now until Nov.14 2024 at Gibson Fine Art in Calgary.

 

In this captivating series of new diptychs, Fenton invites viewers into a world where vintage charm meets contemporary action. The imagery playfully juxtaposes retro skiers, dressed in the classic attire of decades past, with their modern-day stunts and feats of daring. The twist comes in the form of an audience, a crowd that gazes upward, seemingly in awe of the spectacle above. But beneath the surface, there’s a flirtatious tension—at first glance, it seems the guys are more focused on impressing the woman in sunglasses than on the slopes themselves. The dynamic interactions between performer and spectator create a narrative that dances between nostalgia, bravado, and a hint of romantic pursuit.

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Peggy & Cliff – 40”x40” + 40”x50”, Oil on canvas – displayed as a diptych