Artist: James Chiew
Title: God bless America
Technique:  mixed media / high gloss resin
Size: 170x70cm

The artwork God Bless America is a mixed media piece created by Dutch artist James Chiew. It is made of aluminum, pigments, and high-gloss epoxy, and it depicts an American flag with the words “God Bless America” written across it in red, white, and blue. The flag is also adorned with stars and stripes, and it is set against a black background.

The work is a commentary on American patriotism and consumerism. The use of aluminum, a common industrial material, suggests that Johns is questioning the values of American society. The high-gloss epoxy coating gives the flag a sleek, almost artificial appearance, which further reinforces this idea. The words “God Bless America” are also written in a stylized font, which makes them seem more like a logo than a sincere expression of faith.

God Bless America is one of Chiew’s most famous works, and it has been interpreted in many different ways. Some viewers see it as a critique of American society, while others see it as a celebration of American patriotism. Ultimately, the meaning of the work is up to the individual viewer.