Transforming refuse into extravagant art creations is all in how you perceive the world around you, and Jeff Axelrod is able to upcycle what others throw out. In this article we will be discussing the unique artwork and creations by Las Vegas local artist, Jeff Axelrod. His signature style incorporates a variety of materials to combine in three dimensional visually appealing works that speak to individuals on a level like no other.
Breathing meaning into materials and matter that others find invaluable and worthless is what energizes and sets Jeff’s sails alive. It is with an injection of creativity that he is able to source textiles and put his original spin on them to generate artwork the general public can once again appreciate. He is well regarded for his work with vintage bingo cards and revising elements of vintage music, print, and pop culture to create an artform that is truly unlike any other.
Create Vegas was honored to sit down and learn more about the art generated by this Las Vegas artist. Read on to learn more about Jeff Axelrod and his signature art pieces.
What Inspires You About Las Vegas?
I couldn’t possibly narrow down the inspiration, but that it’s the collective influence of culture in every element of this city. It’s seen in the architecture, the galleries, the displays, the music, the food, the people. The way that Las Vegas draws from every corner of the Earth and recreates it through the unique perspectives that can only be experienced here influences my work tremendously.
Jeff Axelrod’s Works
FOR YOUR EYES ONLY
This one of a kind piece of work is completed with a custom frame to protect the delicate pieces that were carefully crafted together. Combining unique elements from pop culture, music and magazines, this montage stitches together multiple genres across generations. Each piece carefully selected from epic album covers, historically significant magazines, and cigar boxes, giving each individual a different perspective at this unique artwork.
At the time of publication this piece of work was available for purchase and the artist available for collaboration on projects.
BINGO CANDELABRA
Utilizing vintage bingo cards, this monochromatic piece easily adjusts, can be rearranged, and broken down into smaller pieces. In its original and intended state this unique design measures approximately 4 feet wide by 5 feet tall and hangs in free motion.
Each bingo card carefully crafted in an overall extravagant theme that offers shimmer, shine and everything divine. Examination of the pieces reveal hanging crystals, embellishments made of fine jewelry, rare glittering stones, and one of a kind rhinestone pieces from eras dating as far back as the 1940’s.
At the time of this article publication this piece was available for purchase and the artist available for collaboration.
