Artist Overview

Robert Sherer is an internationally exhibiting American visual artist and activist. His multimedia artwork, which often challenges and subverts traditional perceptions of male relationships and societal norms, has led to four notable incidents of art censorship. In his "American Pyrography" series, Sherer's art incorporates autobiographical and fantastical elements. Using techniques such as wood-burning on maple veneer and incorporating classic 1960s illustrations with camp craft materials, he creates scenes that evoke nostalgia and critical reflection. Sherer explains that "while often humorous, [these scenes] can be interpreted as either sexually charged or perfectly innocent. Ultimately, I want to demonstrate that same-sex relationships are wholesome, healthy, life-affirming, or even patriotic."