Joan Cornellà Vázquez, born 1981 in Barcelona, where he lives and works, is an illustrator known for his mostly worldess 6-panel comics of disturbing themes.
From the unnatural human connection to social media and the masturbatory selfie-culture, to the political topics of abortion, addiction, and gender issues - no subject is off limits. Joan Cornellà’s work revels in its absurdity and impropriety.
Thought-provoking, honest, and incredibly entertaining, Cornellà's work is sincere and potent in its message. “I think we all laugh at misery. We must start from the idea that when we laugh, we laugh at someone or something. With empathy or not, there is always some degree of cruelty. In spite of that, I am aware that if one of my cartoons happened in real life I would not laugh at all.” (Joan Cornellà)
In September 2016 Chicago-based alternative band Wilco released its tenth studio album, Schmilco, for which Joan designed the cover.
EXHIBITION
Factotum Productions and Huli Erizo, with Josee Bienvenu Gallery, are pleased to present Joan Cornellà's first solo exhibition in New York at the gallery's 2nd floor space.
The 17-day exhibition will include new canvas paintings and limited edition illustrations, as well as books, shirts, and prints available for purchase. Joan will be present at the exhibition for several days and signing copies of his new book, SOT, from time to time.
Parental Advisory Warning: The works in this exhibition contain adult themes and are not for sensitive or subjective hearts! Children under 16 must be accompanied by parents.
In order to avoid lines and gain access to the show, pre-booking a reserved admission timeslot is compulsory. Pre-register your limited day and hour, and pay at the door.
