Iddo
Markus
Iddo Markus (b. 1979, Boston, USA) is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Haifa, Israel. After studying at the School of Visual Arts in New York, Markus graduated with honors from HaMidrasha Art School at Beit Berl College, and earned a BFA from Haifa University, Israel.
A prominent figure in the contemporary art scene, Markus has held 15 solo exhibitions at leading Tel Aviv galleries, including the Raw-Art Gallery, Zemack Gallery, and Rothschild Gallery. His 2020 solo exhibition at the Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art earned critical acclaim, securing a place in Artforum’s “Critics’ picks”. Internationally recognized, Markus’ work has been featured in group exhibitions and art fairs worldwide, including Parallel Vienna, ART MIAMI, ART TORONTO, SF ART FAIR San Francisco, and INDIA ART FAIR in New Delhi.
Markus’s artistic practice is characterized by dense, large-scale installations that explore complex themes through various mediums.
Markus’ works are featured in esteemed public and private collections worldwide. In 2020, he was awarded the prestigious Oskar Hendler Prize for emerging artists, further cementing his status in the art world.
As a multidisciplinary artist, I explore the intersection of figuration and abstraction through multi-layered oil paintings. My practice centers on creating expansive installations composed of numerous small-scale to miniature works, each evolving from a single image. These dense visual environments capture the frenzied energy of my Mediterranean surroundings and reflect the multiplicity of contemporary experience.
My work challenges traditional notions of scale and perception in painting, creating a dialogue between art historical references and the ceaseless flow of digital imagery. By juxtaposing the canonical with the ephemeral, I question the nature of visual language in our rapidly changing world. Autobiographical elements are woven into my pieces, adding personal resonance to broader artistic investigations.
Through this approach, I continue to push the boundaries of contemporary painting, offering viewers a layered experience that resonates with modern life’s complexities while maintaining a connection to artistic traditions. My paintings have gained recognition in top galleries, museums, and prestigious collections, and have been featured in leading publications such as ARTFORUM Magazine.
Iddo Markus (b. 1979, Boston, USA) is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Haifa, Israel. After studying at the School of Visual Arts in New York, Markus graduated with honors from HaMidrasha Art School at Beit Berl College, and earned a BFA from Haifa University, Israel.
A prominent figure in the contemporary art scene, Markus has held 15 solo exhibitions at leading Tel Aviv galleries, including the Raw-Art Gallery, Zemack Gallery, and Rothschild Gallery. His 2020 solo exhibition at the Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art earned critical acclaim, securing a place in Artforum’s “Critics’ picks”. Internationally recognized, Markus’ work has been featured in group exhibitions and art fairs worldwide, including Parallel Vienna, ART MIAMI, ART TORONTO, SF ART FAIR San Francisco, and INDIA ART FAIR in New Delhi.
Markus’s artistic practice is characterized by dense, large-scale installations that explore complex themes through various mediums.
Markus’ works are featured in esteemed public and private collections worldwide. In 2020, he was awarded the prestigious Oskar Hendler Prize for emerging artists, further cementing his status in the art world.