Come Scream with Me.

PAINTINGS

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Ackerman’s paintings deal with themes of social identity, alienation, equanimity and spiritual reflection. Sociopolitical messages and personal attitudes are conveyed through a fusion of Pop Art, Abstract Expressionism  and calligraphic inspired elements. A race of alien beings are depicted in his work along with an alien language, called Ackerman code, which is an intermix of numbers, words and symbols. See his Alien Love Series.

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Working primarily in acrylics, Ackerman establishes the backgrounds of his paintings in black and white, which represent the boundaries which exist between society and the Individual. Brightly painted figures in the foreground symbolize values of personal freedom and expression. The white and black labels float through these environments as reminders of social adherence and personal preference. His paintings become a process of breaking through barriers, solving issues and creating balance and harmony.

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SONGS

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Ackerman crafts his brand of rock music, employing hard edged raspy vocals and luxurious glam-infused vocals. His ambient electronic soundscapes represent the alternate domain of his musical repertoire. Each piece is an invitation into an immersive experience. Place a pair of headphones upon your head for full immersion and the journey begins.

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PERFORMANCES

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Ackerman’s narrative driven performances with spoken word and sound.

The transmission is through video and live performance. The work also becomes an integral part of his immersive experiences.

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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES

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Ackerman’s immersive experiences are the integration of the different facets of his work. Utilizing painting, sound, video, performance and installation, he transforms a space into an alien world. Here, he explores the connection between artist and audience. As he guides his audience through his world,  dissolving boundaries along the way, they become experiencers and eventually participants in the unfolding events of the piece.

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Ackerman's work becomes a conduit for the experimentation of new ideas, the integration of different media forms and the expansion of his continually evolving art practice.