Previous Exhibition

Michael Stiegler —
Small Spaces

Oct 26 – Nov 11, 2023

About the Artist      

Michael Stiegler's small spaces exhibition at Side Gallery showcases a confluence of his distinctive illustrations, paintings, and collages. Inspired by many sources, including his former New York apartment, hotel notepads, and renowned art institutions, including The Met and Gagosian, Michael eloquently reimagines the inspiration for his figurative characters and illustrations. These sources first captivated him while living and working in the Lower East Side of NYC.
 
The small spaces exhibition explores a harmonious amalgamation of illustrations, paintings, and collage works, converging to reflect his unique graphic style and aesthetic. Each piece contributes to understanding a profound connection uniting every element and subject within Michael's artworks. These elements combine to depict a unique and beautiful glimpse of one man's essential processing of the fast-paced world around him. Michael draws a profound study of place and people through this body of work; through his discerning eye and creative practice, he grants an intimate insight into his interpretation of the world, casting light on the essence of each locale and its inhabitants.

Gagosian (New York Apartment Series)    2023

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Ink illustration on paper
77 x 58 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$1870 Framed

Karma (New York Apartment Series)    2023

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Dyed ink and ink illustration on paper
77 x 58 cm, framed in Oak with non-reflective UltraVue UV70 glass
$1870 Framed

Love Sign (New York Apartment Series)    2022

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Dyed ink and ink illustration on paper
77 x 58 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$1870 Framed

Gagosian Gallery (Notepad Series)    2023

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Ink illustration on paper
58 x 44 cm, framed in Oak with non-reflective UltraVue UV70 glass
$1175 Framed

Chateau Marmont Hollywood (Notepad Series)   2023

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Ink illustration on paper
58 x 44 cm, framed in Oak with non-reflective UltraVue UV70 glass
$1175 Framed

Terracotta Panathenaic Prize Amphora   2019

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Acrylic on canvas
59.7 W x 76.2 H x 5.1 D cm
$1700

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Orchard And Lottie   2023

Acrylic on canvas
100 x 100 cm, framed in oak
$3300 Sold

Fragile (The Met Series)   2023

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Acrylic on canvas
43 x 53 cm, framed in oak
$1100

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Elizabeth Street (The Met Series)    2023

Acrylic on canvas
61 x 61 cm, framed in oak
$1300 Sold

The Bowery Hotel (Notepad Series)    2023

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Ink illustration on paper
44 x 36 cm, framed in oak with glass. Boxed back with floating artwork
$1025 Framed

The Ludlow New York City (Notepad Series)   2023

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Ink illustration on paper
44 x 36 cm, framed in oak with glass. Boxed back with floating artwork
$1025 Framed

Lower East Side (The Met Series)    2023

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Ink on paper
36 x 36 cm, framed in oak with glass. Boxed back with floating artwork
$790 Framed

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Tompkins Square Park (The Met Series)    2023

Ink on paper
41 x 30 cm, framed in oak with glass. Boxed back with floating artwork
$790 Sold

Prince And Mercer    2023

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Dyed ink and ink illustration on paper
77 x 57 cm
$1560 Framed

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Walkies    2019

Print on cotton rag paper
Limited Edition of 10 — Collage Print
53 x 43.5 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$260 Sold

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Lasy Monday    2023

Print on cotton rag paper
Limited Edition of 10 — Collage Print
53 x 43.5 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$260 Sold

Friends    2023

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Print on cotton rag paper
Limited Edition of 10 — Collage Print
53 x 43.5 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$260 Framed

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On Stage    2023

Print on cotton rag paper
Limited Edition of 10 — Collage Print
53 x 43.5 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$260 Sold

Disco    2023

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Print on cotton rag paper
Limited Edition of 10 — Collage Print
53 x 43.5 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$260 Framed

Sleepy Sunday    2023

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Print on cotton rag paper
Limited Edition of 10 — Collage Print
53 x 43.5 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$260 Framed

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Date Night    2023

Print on cotton rag paper
Limited Edition of 10 — Collage Print
53 x 43.5 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$260 Sold

Chanel   2023

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Dyed ink and ink illustration on paper
45 x 33 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$490 Framed

Cactus Nails   2023

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Dyed ink and ink illustration on paper
45 x 33 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$490 Framed

Gucci Gang   2023

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Dyed ink and ink illustration on paper
30 x 22 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$490 Framed

Gagosian Nyc   2023

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Dyed ink and ink illustration on paper
30 x 22 cm, framed in oak with non-reflective glass
$490 Framed

About the Artist

Michael Stiegler

Australian artist, designer, and photographer Michael Stiegler has an extensive professional background in Sydney and New York, collaborating with prominent figures and entities such as Virgin Hotel New York, Kate Moss, Dina Broadhurst, Ines Rau, The Kills, and The Dark Hawks.

His dynamic painting, illustrations, and mixed media creations harmonise with his edgy photographic style, with his immediate environment deeply influencing each artistic discipline.

Stiegler's works seamlessly blend his passion for art, fashion, and photography, exuding a vibrant street-art aesthetic where he skillfully juxtaposes the coexistence of ugliness and beauty, mirroring the complexities of real life.

Through his art, Stiegler provides incisive commentary on the excesses of contemporary culture, deftly portraying themes of vulnerability, desire, anxiety, and the insatiable lust for consumption in our modern world.

About the Curator

Laura Brinin

Laura Brinin is a curator of contemporary art, currently facilitating the vibrant program at Side Gallery in the heart of Red Hill, Brisbane. With an unwavering passion for nurturing connections with emerging and established creatives, Laura is dedicated to fostering artistic growth through avenues such as social media, branding, and identity development.

Laura has exhibited her own work both in Australia and overseas, as well as working as an independent freelance curator across Brisbane for over ten years. In her downtime, you can find her reading, travelling, or stalking dogs.