Biography

Kelley Walker and Wade Guyton are American post-conceptual artists known for their collaborative work under the name Guyton\Walker. Kelley Walker, born in 1969 in Columbus, Georgia, and Wade Guyton, born in 1972, both live and work in New York City. Their art often involves the use of digital media and technology, including screen printing and digital inkjet printing, to create works that explore themes of consumerism and politics through the appropriation and alteration of iconic cultural images. Walker and Guyton's collaborative efforts have been influential in the contemporary art scene, with their works being featured in numerous exhibitions and collected by major institutions. They are known for pushing the boundaries of traditional painting by integrating digital processes, which has garnered them significant attention from collectors and critics alike. Their innovative approach to art-making challenges conventional perceptions of media and originality, making their work highly sought after in the art market.