Landon Metz, born in 1985, is an American contemporary artist known for his minimalist, abstract paintings that focus on form, color, and space. Based in New York, Metz is celebrated for his meditative compositions, which often feature organic, amoeba-like shapes in soft, muted tones. His works are characterized by their simplicity, repetitive patterns, and harmonious use of negative space, inviting viewers to consider the relationships between shapes, colors, and the surrounding environment.
Metz’s artistic process involves applying diluted dye directly onto unprimed canvas, allowing the pigments to soak into the fabric and create fluid, irregular edges. This technique gives his work a unique texture and softness, as the dye flows naturally across the canvas. Metz’s practice is often compared to Color Field painting, but his focus on restraint and repetition also recalls the aesthetics of Minimalism. He frequently works in series, producing variations of a single form or color across multiple canvases, creating an immersive, almost meditative experience.