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Cartoonish and tender at once, Sabo invents allure through distortion.
Kevin Sabo is an American artist, known for works that feature exaggerated, almost satirical figures in lurid pinks, greens, and blues. His practice utilises contrast between soft and sharp, short and tall, to explore gender dynamics through the depiction of drag queens and suited men.
His pieces not only explore the differences between them, but also work to give “femininity” the upper hand. Where his suited figures are seen urinating, or their anonymised bodies crammed into small spaces, the women in Sabo’s works dominate their worlds.
Sabo has previously credited drag queens and ”bimbos” in his life for forming the basis for these characters. They are depicted in hot pinks, with sharp stilettos and exciting outfits. When compared to the men, Sabo makes it clear who is in charge, turning his works into “a way of advocating for women and queer people.”
Kevin Sabo (b. 1994, United States) lives and works Richmond, VA. He has presented solo exhibitions internationally and has participated in numerous group presentations across the US and Europe. His works have been presented at prestigious art fairs, including NADA and Untitled Art, and in 2026 he is taking part in the PLOP Residency London. Head Over Heels at RHODES marks the artist’s second solo exhibition with the gallery.
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Works
Kevin Sabo
9-5’ERS II, 2025Acrylic & Graphite on Canvas, Tray Framed in Pine77 x 62 cm
30 1/4 x 24 3/8 inSigned on ReverseExhibitions-
Head Over Heels
Kevin Sabo 10 Apr - 2 May 2026RHODES presents Head Over Heels, a new body of work by Kevin Sabo. This exhibition marks the artist’s second solo show with the gallery, following his sold-out 2025 debut Louche.Read more -
Louche
Kevin Sabo 4 - 26 Apr 2025RHODES is delighted to present Louche, a new solo exhibition by acclaimed American artist Kevin Sabo.Read more -
ORIGINS 2.0
Group Exhibition 29 Nov - 21 Dec 2024From its humble beginnings as a simple, utilitarian material, paper has evolved into a powerful conduit for artistic expression, allowing for an infinite range of possibilities in form, texture, and...Read more
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