Jennifer Lawrence Becomes Muse for Three Contemporary Artists
Jennifer Lawrence has inspired intimate portraits by Wolfgang Tillmans, Elizabeth Peyton, and Philippe Parreno for W Magazine's Art Issue. This series, running since 2006, showcases prominent figures through the eyes of contemporary artists.
Portrait Series Overview
The Art Issue places cultural icons ahead of varied artistic interpretations. Previous editions featured Mickalene Thomas photographing Cardi B, Barbara Kruger adding text over a nude Kim Kardashian, and George Clooney blending into Yayoi Kusama’s polka dot patterns. For this installment, Lawrence was the subject for three distinct portraits, each by a different artist contributing a separate magazine cover.
Artists and Approaches
- Elizabeth Peyton created a unique portrait capturing Lawrence's essence.
- Wolfgang Tillmans contributed a distinct photographic interpretation.
- Philippe Parreno offered another creative vision of the actor.
Insight from W Magazine
"We wanted to work with artists who approached portraiture in different ways and who worked in different mediums. Of course, it was also important that we connected to them on a personal level," said Sara Moonves, editor in chief at W Magazine. "Each of them approached the collaboration differently, but with great commitment and care."
Jennifer Lawrence’s Artistic Admission
Lawrence admits she is not very skilled at drawing, except for a simple profile of a horse’s head, which she can sketch with a childlike charm.
Series Context
The W Magazine Art Issue continually explores the intersection of celebrity and art, inviting diverse interpretations that reveal new facets of familiar figures.
Author's summary: Jennifer Lawrence's collaboration with three distinct artists for W Magazine's Art Issue highlights the diverse, personal approaches to portraiture in contemporary art.