Brian Reinker
American, b. 1960
Brian Reinker , born in Cleveland (US), is living and working in London (UK) from the beautiful refurbished Eurotunnel construction workers’ lodges at Waterloo station. Brian studied Architecture and Fine Art at the University of Cincinnati (US) and this training is visible throughout his work today.
He carefully balances colour theory with an unmistakable personal vision. His definitive use of colour echoes his studied approach to art and his exactitude in construction.
His works organise our visual world by indexing individual elements with a disciplined approach to execution. Embracing repetition, juxtaposition and shifting perspectives, Reinker’s practice probes our understanding of visual representation.
Saatchi Art nominated him as one of 21 Artists to collect in 2021 and he was selected to exhibit at the 2021 Royal Academy Summer Exhibition. He has participated in numerous solo, joint and group exhibitions including The Other Art Fair, London.
His work can be found in collections in the UK, the Americas, Europe, the Far East and Australia.
Questions about Brian
Who is Brian Reinker?
Brian Reinker is an American artist, born 1960, who lives and works in London. He studied fine art and architectural design in Cincinnati and completed postgraduate study at the Architectural Association in London before building a career in architecture and design. He now works from his studio at Waterloo on London's South Bank.
What materials does Brian Reinker use?
Reinker works with paper as a sculptural material. He cuts, folds and layers coloured paper into relief works that explore colour, geometry, rhythm and light. His Chroma series investigates how the same three colours behave in different sequences; the L'Abri and Refuge series grow from landscape and the idea of shelter and protection.
Where has Brian Reinker exhibited?
He was selected for the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in 2021. His work is held in private and public collections across the UK, Europe, the Americas, the Far East and Australia, and is shown by The Lane in Cranbrook and Knokke and at international art fairs.