The Whole Shabang, 2024
46x58"
Urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood
Midas Mint, 2024
20x27”
Urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood
Midas Mint is a captivating artwork crafted from urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood. Designed to dynamically transform with the viewer's perspective, the piece shimmers and shifts colors, revealing a mesmerizing palette that includes shades of gold, copper, and mint. Its reflective surface plays with light and angles, creating an ever-changing visual experience that invites viewers to explore its depths and nuances.
Sunset 6/18/24, 2024
28x34”
Urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood
Young hung a blank canvas on the wall of his Hoboken studio, watching as the sunset filtered through the window, casting a warm, golden glow upon the piece - a defining influence on the final outcome of his work.
Sunset 6/18/24 is a living artwork that evolves with light and perspective. The painting’s reflective nature imparts a sense of depth and movement. As you walk around it, the hues of gold, yellow, and orange diverge and converge, enveloping you in the warmth of the sun.
Carapace, 2024
15x19”
Urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood
"Carapace" is a smaller yet equally dynamic artwork from the series that commands attention. Constructed with meticulous detail, it captivates viewers with its intricate form and texture. The surface plays with light, revealing a spectrum of colors that shift subtly as observers move around it, revealing hues of pink, purple, amber, and gold. Its smaller scale invites close inspection, where viewers can appreciate intricate details and the interplay of light and shadow across its surface.
Terroir Hoboken, 2024
46x58”
Urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood
Terroir Hoboken is an ode to Young's studio in Hoboken. Layers of ink, resin, and the natural patina of time have been meticulously captured and preserved in a stunning resin painting. This piece not only reflects the physical terrain but also encapsulates the creative energy and history imbued within the studio space. It stands as a testament to the artistic process, where years of buildup and wear have been transformed into a captivating visual narrative, inviting viewers to delve into its rich textures and intricate details.
Aperol, 2024
28x34”
Urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood
Maybe it’s the summer, and maybe you’re sitting on a patio in Europe, and maybe, just maybe, you have an Aperol Spritz in your hand. Now doesn’t that sound nice?
Adriatic, 2024
34x42”
Urethane resin and automotive lacquer on wood
Adriatic is reminiscent of the tranquil ocean, representing its shallows and depths. It’s polished gem-like surface reflects light in mesmerizing ways, evoking a sense of calm and wonder. Each angle reveals new facets and depths, drawing viewers into its ethereal beauty.