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{{short description|American contemporary visual artist (born 1985)}}
[[File:JojoanavimStudio2016.jpg|thumb|Jojo Anavim in his New York City studio, 2016.]]
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'''Jojo Anavim''' is an American visual artist based out of New York City. Anavim frequently emulates Andy Warhol's screen printing process, combining it with his signature vintage collage backdrops and the application of a vibrant color palette that is inspired by [[Jasper Johns]] and [[Robert Rauschenberg]]. <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/22/sports/basketball/porzingis-artist.html|title=Jojo Is the Artist of Choice Among N.B.A. Stars|publisher=}}</ref><ref>http://www.lifestylemag.com/a-great-combo-the-art-of-collage-with-jojo-anavim</ref>
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| caption = Jojo Anavim in his New York City studio, 2016.
| birth_date = 1985
| nationality = American
| known_for = Painting, Collage
| notable_works = Don't Post That
| movement = Contemporary Art
| website = [http://www.jojoanavim.com www.jojoanavim.com]


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Anavim began his career as a commercial artist working for such brands as [[W Hotels]], [[Sephora]] and [[Universal Music Group]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite news|url=http://www.businessinsider.com/jojo-anavim-is-transforming-the-art-world-2016-10|title=An artist whose work is getting snatched up by celebrities is tearing up the art world all by himself|newspaper=Business Insider|access-date=2016-10-14}}</ref> Since transitioning to fine art, Anavim's work has been acquired by notable collectors [[Sheldon Adelson]], [[Russell Simmons]], [[Amar'e Stoudemire|A'mare Stoudemire]], [[Seth MacFarlane|Seth McFarlane]], [[Kylie Jenner]], [[Kaskade]] among others.<ref name=":0" /> Anavim's paintings also reside in the [[Coca-Cola]] archives museum in [[Atlanta|Atlanta, GA]] as well as high end hotels including NYC's Dream Hotels and The Surf Lodge in [[Montauk, New York|Montauk, NY]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://dujour.com/culture/jojo-anavim-artist-big-sean-amare-stoudemire/|title=Artist Jojo Anavim Interview - DuJour|date=2016-03-29|newspaper=DuJour|language=en-US|access-date=2016-10-14}}</ref>

'''Jojo Anavim''' is an American contemporary visual artist. Anavim's work features a blend of pop art and street-art influences and employs a large variety of materials and techniques including collage and acrylic paints.<ref name="nyt22"/>

==Background==

He was born to Persian-Jewish parents who emigrated from Iran prior to the Islamic Revolution in 1979.<ref name="nyt22" /> Anavim's mother, a marketing manager, and his father, a jeweler, encouraged his interest in the arts. They enrolled him in art classes taught by [[Al Baruch]], the Disney animator who created Captain Hook and Mighty Mouse.<ref name="bio" /> As a child, Anavim was naturally drawn to design; namely the typography, juxtaposition and colorful artwork of commercial packaging.<ref name="newsy" />
[[File:Karl sunset crop.jpg|thumb|'Don't Post That' mural for Canvas Condo Apartments, Long Island City.]]

==Career==
After studying Business at [[Hofstra University]] for one year, Anavim transferred to [[Hunter College]].<ref name="nyt22" /> Afterwards, he worked as a contract graphic designer. Anavim enjoyed success as a graphic designer; creating print and digital ad campaigns for businesses such as [[W Hotels]] and [[Sephora]], and album art for artists with [[Universal Music Group]], such as [[The Chainsmokers]].<ref name="newsy" />

In 2013, Anavim transitioned to creating fine art full-time.<ref name="newsy" /> In 2018, Anavim was featured in a [[New York Knicks]] Exclusive interview highlighting the unique process and artistry of his paintings.<ref name="Knicks" /> He has also been commissioned to create original pieces by celebrities such as [[Seth MacFarlane]], [[Selena Gomez]], [[Sheldon Adelson]], [[Paris Hilton]], [[Daymond John]], and [[Big Sean]].<ref name="nyt22" /> His work can be found in the [[Coca-Cola|Coca-Cola Archives Museum]] in Atlanta, GA; [[Madison Square Garden]], New York, NY; and [[New York Yankees]] City Seats Collection in New York, NY.<ref name="bio" />

==Style==
Anavim has said “I try to draw out those warm, fuzzy emotions of happiness in people — and when I do, I have done my job.”<ref name="newsy" /> His work can include over 100 layers of collage, acrylic and aerosol paints, oil pastels, diamond dust, silk-screen, gel transfers and more. In his original piece for [[Amar’e Stoudemire]], Anavim tracked down copies of [[The New York Times]] article from 1948 announcing the independence of the State of Israel, incorporating the historic moment in his collage.<ref name="newsy" />


==References==
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<ref name="nyt22">{{Cite news | url=https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/22/sports/basketball/porzingis-artist.html |title = Jojo is the Artist of Choice Among N.B.A. Stars|newspaper = The New York Times|date = 2017-12-22|last1 = Andrews|first1 = Malika}}</ref>
<ref name="newsy">{{Cite web | url=https://www.newsday.com/long-island/joseph-anavim-long-island-artist-1.16801686 |title = Newsday &#124; Long Island's & NYC's News Source &#124; Newsday}}</ref>
<ref name="bio">{{Cite news | url=https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/21/arts/design/jojo-anavim-art-collection.html | title=In Chelsea, a Little Piece of Prerevolutionary Iran| newspaper=The New York Times| date=2019-11-21| last1=Vora| first1=Shivani}}</ref>
<ref name="Knicks">{{Cite web | url=https://www.nba.com/knicks/video/teams/knicks/2018/04/03/2030676/1522785018715-jojo-anavim-fonted-masteryoutube-2030676 |title = Knicks Exclusive: The Artistry of Jojo Anavim}}</ref>
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Latest revision as of 10:58, 9 April 2024

Jojo Anavim
Jojo Anavim in his New York City studio, 2016.
Born1985
NationalityAmerican
Known forPainting, Collage
Notable workDon't Post That
MovementContemporary Art
Websitewww.jojoanavim.com

Jojo Anavim is an American contemporary visual artist. Anavim's work features a blend of pop art and street-art influences and employs a large variety of materials and techniques including collage and acrylic paints.[1]

Background

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He was born to Persian-Jewish parents who emigrated from Iran prior to the Islamic Revolution in 1979.[1] Anavim's mother, a marketing manager, and his father, a jeweler, encouraged his interest in the arts. They enrolled him in art classes taught by Al Baruch, the Disney animator who created Captain Hook and Mighty Mouse.[2] As a child, Anavim was naturally drawn to design; namely the typography, juxtaposition and colorful artwork of commercial packaging.[3]

'Don't Post That' mural for Canvas Condo Apartments, Long Island City.

Career

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After studying Business at Hofstra University for one year, Anavim transferred to Hunter College.[1] Afterwards, he worked as a contract graphic designer. Anavim enjoyed success as a graphic designer; creating print and digital ad campaigns for businesses such as W Hotels and Sephora, and album art for artists with Universal Music Group, such as The Chainsmokers.[3]

In 2013, Anavim transitioned to creating fine art full-time.[3] In 2018, Anavim was featured in a New York Knicks Exclusive interview highlighting the unique process and artistry of his paintings.[4] He has also been commissioned to create original pieces by celebrities such as Seth MacFarlane, Selena Gomez, Sheldon Adelson, Paris Hilton, Daymond John, and Big Sean.[1] His work can be found in the Coca-Cola Archives Museum in Atlanta, GA; Madison Square Garden, New York, NY; and New York Yankees City Seats Collection in New York, NY.[2]

Style

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Anavim has said “I try to draw out those warm, fuzzy emotions of happiness in people — and when I do, I have done my job.”[3] His work can include over 100 layers of collage, acrylic and aerosol paints, oil pastels, diamond dust, silk-screen, gel transfers and more. In his original piece for Amar’e Stoudemire, Anavim tracked down copies of The New York Times article from 1948 announcing the independence of the State of Israel, incorporating the historic moment in his collage.[3]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Andrews, Malika (2017-12-22). "Jojo is the Artist of Choice Among N.B.A. Stars". The New York Times.
  2. ^ a b Vora, Shivani (2019-11-21). "In Chelsea, a Little Piece of Prerevolutionary Iran". The New York Times.
  3. ^ a b c d e "Newsday | Long Island's & NYC's News Source | Newsday".
  4. ^ "Knicks Exclusive: The Artistry of Jojo Anavim".