sokolandrewstudio
Andrew Sokol is a visual artist and fashion collector currently residing in Chicago, Illinois. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Andrew attended Central St. Martins and received their BFA in Sculpture from Pratt Institute and their MFA in Fiber and Material Studies from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. A connoisseur of sensual delights, Sokol’s work raises two fundamental questions: is the visual language of luxury inherently deceptive? Is it possible to critique capitalist structures while simultaneously embodying the allure they promote?
Andrew frequently employs alternative and discarded materials, exploring the concept of opulence and challenging the boundaries of what we consider covetable. Working with materials such as repurposed aluminum cans, Swarovski crystals, marijuana ashes, and nail lacquer, Sokol employs labor-intensive handiwork, collecting, and iterative manipulation to create works that span both the minimalist and maximal aesthetics.