Chyrum Lambert, an innovative artist, has been redefining abstract art in Los Angeles since 2012. His unique approach involves using paper cutouts instead of traditional canvas techniques, allowing him to explore new dimensions in his work. Lambert’s artistic journey, which began in the vibrant LA art scene, showcases his evolution over nearly a decade.
Innovative Techniques in Abstract Art
Lambert utilizes a meticulous process to create his art, applying acrylic paint to large sheets of paper, experimenting with various textures and finishes. He describes his method as a “borderline micromanaged approach” where every mark is intentional, crafted using his fingers, spatulas, or squeegees. This results in a collection of poster-size sheets filled with painterly gestures such as squiggles and strokes, highlighting his control over the medium.
Once these sheets are completed, Lambert cuts them into shapes, often trimming them and inking the edges to prevent any white from showing. His studio in central LA is filled with organized cutouts sorted by color, reminiscent of a baker’s dough awaiting the oven. “I like it because there’s some distance from the material,” he says about his choice of paper over canvas.
Collaging Reality and Abstraction
Recently, Lambert has begun integrating photographic elements into his work. He has an archive of around 10,000 analog images from the early 2000s, which he is scanning and cataloging. These images, primarily impressionistic landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, blend seamlessly with his abstract marks, adding a new layer of reality to his compositions.
