Libby Schoettle

Libby Schoettle

Born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, Libby is a street artist currently based in New York. She graduated from Philadelphia University with a degree in fashion. At the age of 20, she decided to study filmmaking and attended Hunter College, earning a degree in filmmaking. She later aspired to become an actor, but after many twists and turns, she established her own unique artistic style and prioritized expressing herself through art as an artist. Libby\u0026#39;s large-headed, small-mouthed female figure, "Phoebe New York," is her alter ego. Phoebe is a sarcastic, slightly angry character who exudes love and wisdom. She constantly considers her place in society and the world, quietly expressing her thoughts to the world. Libby recalls her feelings at the time and later expresses her own vulnerability and raw emotions through Phoebe. Her works, which contain messages such as "Fear Nothing" and "Never Quit," are born from a strong heart that has overcome the brutal trauma she experienced in her childhood. Her works are made from imperfect materials that have been owned and handled by others, such as vintage photographs, magazine clippings, used books, and record jackets. Elements from various eras, from evocatives of the past to timeless objects, overlap, and this combination of "time" is reborn as Phoebe. The beauty that exudes from her works can be compared to the lives we each lead.

Artworks

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  • It's what you wear

    It's what you wear

    Libby Schoettle

    ¥550,000 ~ ¥632,500

    paper 、 collage

    size : 57.2 × 38cm

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Major solo exhibitions

2021
  • "Denmark solo show" Horsens Museum (Horsens/Denmark)
2020
  • "Take over" the former Abercrombie Store at the Seaport (San Diego, USA)
2019
  • "Wall to Wall" 212 Arts (New York/USA)
2018
  • Solo exhibition, 212 Arts (New York/USA)
  • Solo exhibition, Gallery 181 (Toronto/Canada)
2007
  • Solo exhibition, Meredith Ward Fine Art (New York/USA)

Major group exhibitions

2024
  • International Urban Art Fair
2016
  • Board of Art

Major client projects

2019
  • Victoria Beckham Beauty - Street Art Collaboration
2016
  • lululemon - Soho Store In-store display design