Aaron Garber-Maikovska
Dicecream Magazine🔳 Aaron Garber-Maikovska, born in 1978 in Washington, D.C., is a Los Angeles-based artist whose work pushes the boundaries of traditional painting. His practice intertwines the physicality of his body with the creative process, creating art that reflects an intimate connection between mind, body, and material.
ink and chalk pastel on paper / 101 x 66.2 cm / Estimate / £8,000 - 12,000 / Sold for £15,000
His abstract compositions are characterized by vibrant color fields and dynamic textures that shift and interact, engaging the viewer’s eye in a constant state of movement.
UV print, ink, and acrylic on archival gator board, in artist's frame / 243.2 x 121.3 cm / £4,000 - 6,000
A key feature of Garber-Maikovska’s work is the continuous line he describes as a "character." This fluid, spontaneous line guides the composition, acting as a bridge between different elements and bringing rhythm and unity to the piece. His approach is deeply intuitive, allowing his body’s impulses to drive the process and creating a sense of immediacy in each work.
ink and pastel on archival gator board / 95 x 47 in. / estimate $12,000 - 18,000 / Sold for $27,940
The artist’s “fluted poly” sculptures combine painting with three-dimensional forms, inviting tactile interaction with their undulating surfaces. These works serve as physical manifestations of the artist’s inner thoughts and emotions, further emphasizing the embodied nature of his practice. Garber-Maikovska’s art resonates with viewers on a universal level, touching on themes of vulnerability, connection, and transformation.
ink and acrylic on archival gator board, in artist's frame / board 95 x 47 in. / Estimate
$10,000 - 15,000 / Sold for $10,710
Garber-Maikovska’s work is included in prominent collections such as the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), the Hammer Museum, the Hirshhorn Museum, and the Fondation Louis Vuitton, among others. Through his exploration of color, form, and line, he has created a body of work that is both visually striking and intellectually engaging, inviting reflection on the interconnectedness of body, mind, and art.
2013 / ink and pastel on paper / 40 h × 26⅜ w / Estimate: $5,000–7,000 / Sold $5,040
🤑 Average price for an artwork as of December 2024: from $5000 and could be more than $100k depending on the size and medium.
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