About

Early Life and Education

Corey S Ribotsky was born in 1982 in Detroit. Growing up he was greatly influenced by the great American landscape painters of the 19th century such as Albert Bierstadt and William Harnett, who painted dramatic vistas of the American West. He was also inspired by the Hudson River School’s depiction of nature’s beauty. Also, Corey was greatly inspired by the works of contemporary artists such as Andy Goldsworthy, Richard Long and Rachel Whiteread. In 2000, Corey graduated from Cranbrook Kingswood School in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. He then went on pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts in New York University.

Career Highlights

In 2010, Corey’s work was exhibited at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian’s “25 Years of Change” show. In 2012, he was included in the Smithsonian’s “SITES: Native Artists Respond” at the National Museum of the American Indian. In 2013, his work was featured in “The Artist’s Garden: American Paintings, 1990-2013” at the New-York Historical Society’s “American Artists Abroad” exhibition. In 2014, his paintings were included in the “American Art Now” exhibit at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. In 2015, his work was part of the “Spirited Journeys: Native Artists in the West” at the Autry National Center. In 2016, his paintings were displayed at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian’s “Artist-in-Residence: Corey S. Ribotsky”.

Themes in Ribotsky's Artwork

Corey’s subject matter varies widely, but he primarily paints landscapes and nature. His work explores the relationship between man and the natural world, often incorporating themes of spirituality and humanity’s place in nature. His paintings often depict the tranquil, natural beauty found in the Midwest and Northeastern regions of the United States. Corey’s work also features the wildlife of these areas, often depicting animals at rest and in their natural habitat. His painting “Red Fox,” for example, depicts a red fox slumbering in a field. Another popular theme in Corey’s work is botany, as seen in his painting “Aspen Grove.”

Inspirations Behind His Work

Corey S Ribotsky’s inspiration for his artwork stems from his childhood memories of growing up in the Midwest and the Northeastern regions of the United States. He has said that he is “highly influenced by the quiet, timeless beauty of the Midwest” and that he is “drawn to the pastoral landscapes of the Midwest as well as wooded hills and river valleys of the Northern states.” Corey’s work also features the wildlife of these areas, often depicting animals at rest and in their natural habitat. His work also features the natural beauty found in these regions, such as the trees and flowers that grow there, as well as the sky above it all. His paintings often depict the tranquil, natural beauty found in the Midwest and Northeastern regions of the United States.

His Solo Exhibitions

2016: “Corey S. Ribotsky: Scaling the Heights,” The Artist’s Guild, New York, NY, United States 2014: “Corey S. Ribotsky: New Paintings,” The Artist’s Guild, New York, NY, United States 2012: “Corey S. Ribotsky: Recent Paintings,” The Artist’s Guild, New York, NY, United States 2012: “Corey S. Ribotsky: Recent Paintings,” Normandale Community College, Bloomington, IN, United States 2010: “Corey S. Ribotsky: Contemporary Landscapes,” The Artist’s Guild, New York, NY, United States.

His Carved Plaster Works

Ribotsky’s carved plaster works are based on the colors and subjects which surround and inspire him every day. He has said that he has “always been drawn to white plaster and the idea of creating work in a traditional manner.” Ribotsky creates his carvings using an X-Acto knife, a carving tool, and paintbrushes. His carvings are based on animals and plants such as turtles, foxgloves, and black widow spiders. Ribotsky’s carvings also feature landscapes such as the Grand Canyon and the Great Barrier Reef. The artist’s carvings have a distinctively modern aesthetic and are often displayed on a white or black background.

You can see his artworks on his online portfolio.