Art: Chuck Close
In a neat parallel to the exhibition of Rembrandt self-portraits at the National Gallery, the Hayward is mounting a show of work by contemporary American artist Chuck Close (left). Close has been painting the human face for the past 30 years, using himself and artists such as Roy Lichtenstein and Cindy Sherman, and the composer Philip Glass, as subjects. The portraits are based on photographs taken by Close which are then blown up in size. The show traces the evolution of Close's technique, from detailed, monochrome airbrushing, through a finger painting method, to the current more abstract and very colourful brushwork. This first UK retrospective arrives following a hugely successful tour of the States.
Hayward Gallery, London SE1 (0171-928 3144)
from Thursday to 19 Sep
Sharon Gethings
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