Norman Liebman
“My art is about humanity.”
Norman Liebman is an accomplished artist celebrated for his intricate and evocative works. His artistic practice spans various mediums, including painting, drawing, and sculpture, with a particular emphasis on exploring the human condition and the complexities of contemporary life. Liebman's style often incorporates a mix of realism and surrealism, creating thought-provoking pieces that challenge viewers' perceptions and provoke introspection.
His use of color, texture, and form is distinctive, often drawing on both traditional and modern techniques to craft compositions that are rich in detail and symbolism. Themes in his work frequently revolve around identity, memory, and the passage of time, with each piece telling a unique and compelling story.
ALL DREAMS HAVE DARK SIDES.
The dark side of the American Dream unveils itself in the relentless chase for prosperity, where the ceaseless pursuit of wealth and status can obscure the soul's yearning for fulfillment, casting shadows over the ideals of equality and contentment.
Norman Liebman is a multifaceted individual who transitioned from a successful career in medicine to become a celebrated artist. Born and raised in a family that valued education and the sciences, Liebman pursued a career in medicine, where he worked for many years, developing a keen understanding of the human body and its complexities. His medical background provided him with a unique perspective on life and a deep appreciation for the nuances of human experience.
Despite his achievements in the medical field, Liebman always harbored a passion for the arts. His fascination with visual expression and the creative process eventually led him to explore painting and drawing more seriously. This transition from medicine to art marked a significant shift in his life, allowing him to channel his observations and insights from his medical career into his artwork.
“JOURNEY TO SEE”
Liebman's art is characterized by its intricate detail, vibrant colors, and a blend of realism and abstract elements. His works often explore themes related to the human condition, identity, and the natural world, reflecting his deep-seated curiosity and understanding of life. The anatomical precision and attention to detail evident in his works can be traced back to his medical training, adding a unique layer to his artistic expression.
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2005
Galerie Squ'art, Les Rosiers Sur Loire, France, Portraits
2004
Leonard Tachmes Gallery, North Miami Fl, Paintscapes
2001
Leonard Tachmes Gallery, North Miami FL, Personages
Galerie Troiseme Etage, Berlin, Germany, Malerei
2000
Galerie Origin, Orleans, France, Expressions, Impressions
1999
Coral Springs, Museum of Art, Coral Springs, Florida, Portraits
1997
Galerie Troiseme Etage, Berlin, Germany, Personages
Collegiale St. Pierre-le-Puellier, Orleans, France, Visages de la Mémoire, Mémoire du Corps
1996
Jeanine Cox Gallery, Bay Harbor, Florida, Informal Portraits
1995
Center for the Arts, Vero Beach, Florida, Automatic Gestures
1994
Galerie Origin, Orleans, France, Paintings and Drawings
1993
Atelier Nr. 695, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, Norman Liebman, Malerei
Richard Arregui Fine Arts, September Songs
Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Norman Liebman, South Florida Expressionism
1992
Gusman Center Gallery, Miami, Florida, The Muses and other Works
Arregui Hsia Fine Arts, Coral Gables, Florida, Exposures of the Soul
1991
Arnold Gottlieb Gallery, Toronto, Canada, Recent Paintings
1990 Arregui Hsia Fine Arts, Coral Gables, Florida, Manipulated Expressions -
2003
Galerie Angerer, Vomperbach bei Schwaz,Tirol, Austria Bilder
Leonard Tachmes Gallery, North Miami, Fl, Vol.3 No. 2
2002
Silvana Faccini Gallery, Miami, Fl, My First Gallery
Art Center South Florida, Miami Beach, Fl, The Medium is the Message
Silvana Faccini Gallery, Miami, Fl, Living in Miami
1997
Chateau des Boullants, Dammarie-les-Lys, France, Salon d'Art Contemporain
1995
Center for the Arts, Vero Beach, Florida Drawing Invitation
1993
Polk Museum of Art, Fourth All Florida Biennial Purchase Prize Award - Juror: Jan Avgikos, School
for Visual Arts, New York University
1992
Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art, 34th Annual Hortt Memorial Competition - Juror: Elizabeth
Sussman, Curator, Whitney Museum of American Art, New York City
South Florida Art Center, Third Annual Florida State of the Arts Exhibition, Miami Beach Florida -
Juror: John Catterall, Chair, Department of Art, University of Florida
1991
South Florida Art Center, Second Annual Florida State of the Arts Exhibition, Miami Beach,
Florida; Juror: Ken Rollins, Director of Polk Museum of Art
South Florida Art Center, Miami Beach, Florida, Paintings and Painted Construction
Art Miami '91, Arrigui Hsia Fine Arts, Miami Beach, Florida
1990
Society of Four Arts, Palm Beach, Florida, 52nd Contemporary Art Competition - Juror: Hugh M.
Davis, Director of La Jolla Museum of Contemporary Art
Arregui Hsia Fine Arts, Coral Gables, Florida, Emerging Talents
Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art, 32nd Annual Hortt Memorial Competition - Juror: Ellen
O'Donnell, Director of Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art
Boca Raton Museum of Art, 39th Annual Juried Show, Three Paintings, Awarded Al -Florida Prize
- Juror: Diane Waldman, Guggenhiem Museum, New York
Bakehouse Art Complex, First Annual Juried Show, 1st Prize - Juror: Kenworth W. Moffet, Fort
Lauderdale Museum
1989
Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art, 31st Annual Hortt Competition - Juror: Charles Millard,
Hirschorn Museum, Washington, D.C.
