Jeff Nachtigall
Jeff Nachtigall is a first generation Canadian who was born and raised in Saskatchewan. Nachtigall is well versed in the art world, his style evolving as he evolves in life. Most recently, Nachtigall moved to a rustic cabin in the Canadian wilderness. His newer pieces explore the merging of Canadian nostalgia, modernism, art brut, and German expressionism (a nod to his German refugee father) through large scale mixed media painting.
ARTIST STATEMENT
TIGER VS. BEAR
Jeff Nachtigall’s work examines popular culture narratives that permeate the contemporary zeitgeist. Play is a cornerstone of his practice and often masks a subversive message that both mirrors and critiques the politics of our time.
His unapologetic approach is both sardonic and philosophical, firing a warning shot over the bow of ideological fixations. An acquired brain injury in his early teens altered his brain, resulting in a disinhibition that has seen his work both celebrated and censored.
Formalism collides with a punk rock sensibility. His pop culture mash-ups explore the liminal space between the natural and built environment. The animal kingdom acts as our proxy, as his paintings are noticeably devoid of the human figure, replaced by a colourful bestiary cavorting in fantastic landscapes that echo scenes from speculative fiction.
Pragmatism is key to his methodology as he employs an egalitarian approach to materials, subject matter, and mark making; disregarding and challenging traditional and historical art world hierarchies. These high and low art sensibilities converge resulting in nonlinear narratives that engage the viewer as an active participant, asking them to complete the conversation that the painting begins.
Works
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The Fate of Last Mountain House
Acrylic Spray Pant on Canvas
36 x 48 in / 91.44 x 121.92 cm
2023 -
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The Nightmare, TheHound Dog and The Hare
Acrylic Spray Pant on Canvas
30 x 34 in / 76.2 x 86.36 cm
2022 -
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The Architect's Cabin. Muskoka
Acrylic, Spray Paint on Cnvas
30 x 28 in / 76.2 x 71.12 cm
2022 -
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After The Flood (Sold)
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Ursa Major
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Born To Love Volcanos
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Probably Staged
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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9 Days, 9 Nights
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Dog, Stone Dog
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Tiger Tiger
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Backwoods
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Death From Above
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
48 x 60 in / 121.92 x 152.4 cm
2023 -
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Eastern Star
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
36 x 48 in / 91 x 121 cm
2023 -
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Edge of The Forest
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
36 x 48 in / 91 x 121 cm
2023 -
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The Portal
Acrylic, Spray paint on Canvas
36 x 48 in / 91 x 121 cm
2023 -
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Gabriela's Den
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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I Hate Your Neighbour
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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Night Watch
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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Highway #10
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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Modern Trailer
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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Puzzle
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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Terror Bear (Sold)
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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The Escape
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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Moosejaw Sculpture Garden
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint, Ink on Paper mounted on Panel
8 x10 in /20 x 25 cm
2022 -
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Modern Interior For A Wealthy Architect (Sold)
Acrylic, Gel Medium, Spray Paint on Canvas
48 x 30 in / 121 x 76 cm
2021 -
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Dinner At Canoe
Acrylic;lic, Spray Paint on Canvas
30 x 28 in / 76.2 x 71.12 cm
2022 -
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PyongYang Zoo
Acrylic Spray Pant on Canvas
30 x 34 in / 76.2 x 86.36 cm
2023 -
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Jungle Cat
Acrylic, Spray Paint, Gel Medium, Sand, Latex on Canvas
92 x 128 in / 233 x 325 cm
2022
