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works on paper

For the past year I’ve been experiementing in my mark making, I’ve had some failures as well as successess. I believe it’s important to challenge oneself in the creative process and to continue developing; I’ve learned a lot through the process. Here I share some of the results, all oil on paper.

‘The begining and the end.’ Oil on paper mounted on board. 32 x 22.5 cm unframed.

‘At the days end.’ Oil on paper mounted on board. 32 x 22.5cm unframed.

‘Day after day.’ Oil on paper mounted on board. 22.5 x 31.5 cm unframed.

‘Lost in time.’ Oil on paper mounted on board. 22.5 x 32 cm unframed.

‘Summers past.’ Oil on paper mounted on board. 22.5 x 31.5 cm unframed.

‘Memories of summer.’ Oil on paper mounted on board. 22.5 x 32cm unframed.

New work

I thought I would share some of my new work.
I have two events in the calendar for September & they still appear to be going ahead.
My efforts are therefore focused on developing some of my themes in preparation.

Mixed Media paintings measuring 16″ x 12″ unmounted

3 Mixed media paintings on rag paper

Warwickshire open studios

Like many events in 2020 Warwickshire open studios have been cancelled due to covid 19.
By now my exhibition would be in situ, so I thought I would share some of the pieces of work I’d have on display

Unusual times

It is unusal times with a virus that is keeping us in lock down. Many events have been cancelled or postponed including my own.
On the positive I am able to work in my studio and hopefully when life resumes I will have so new work to show.

I do want to share a piece of music composed by http://www.duotonemusic.com A piece inspired by my painting now called ‘Slow Wave,’ after Duotone’s composition.

Click here or below for composition
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRKz99_IGbo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRKz99_IGbo

2 Blues

I’ve completed some new work for the 2 Blues Exhibition, which is currently on show in the Floor One Gallery, Rugby Museum and Art Gallery.
I am showing alongside abstract artist Gordon Connell until the 5th March and we are open everyday from 10 – 5 pm.

‘Surging on.’
Mixed media on paper.
61 x 51 cm framed.

‘A moment of clarity.’
Mixed media on board.
55 x 45 cm framed

‘Violet light.’
Oil on canvas.
30 x 30 cm.

‘The time approaches.’
Mixed media on paper.
61 x 51 cm framed.

‘Swirling days merge.’
Mixed media on board.
39 x 34 cm framed.

Looking back & forwards into 2020

As I look back on 2019 I believe my work has progressed, in the way I use paint and other mediums. I have made a concerted effort to work on a larger scale and feel I have been successful. I will still continue to work small too, I get a lot of pleasure from working at different scales. I’ve also been developing my etching skills and I am particularly enjoying dry point. I am intending to try collagraph printing and sugar lift when I next making a copper plate etching. My motivation in all scenarios is mark making and the different qualities I can achieve..

As well as progress in my work I have also been involved in more art exhibitions and events and hope to continue building on these in 2020. My next project is an exhibition at Rugby Museum & Art Gallery, where I will be showing alongside Gordon Connell

Some of the work I’ve sold this year

New for November

This weekend I am taking part in the Making a mark exhibition at St Edwards Hall, The Square, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham GL54 1AF.
I am planning to exhibit some new work including at least one 40″ x 40″ canvas alongside my smaller pieces.

New for November: I am looking forward to appearing at the White Horse Gallery, on Saturday the 30th 2-4 pm.
There will be some new paintings and an opportunity to talk with me about my work.
White Horse Gallery, 12 South Bar Street, Banbury, OX16 9AA

‘Distant thoughts.’
Oil on canvas.
40″ x 40″

‘Lost in the moment.’
Oil on canvas.
40″ x 40″

The latest events

I’ve begun working on larger canvases, I am enjoying the freedom of movement and mark making on a larger scale.

I’ve also delivered my work to the Stratford Art Society 60th annual exhibition. Showing at King Edward Vl school, Chapel Lane. Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6BE from 14th – 25th August, 10.30 – 5.

‘Peaceful moments.’
Oil on canvas.
Approx 80 x 30 cm.

‘Serenity.’
Oil on canvas.
50 x 50 cm.

‘The time approaches.’
Oil on canvas.
20 cm x 20 cm unframed.

‘The tempest.’
mixed media on paper.
12 x 10 inches mounted.

Work submitted to Art Society exhibition.

Thinking ahead

Warwickshire open studios was great. We had many wonderful visitors with very positive feedback.

Since then I’m pleased to have been accepted for The People’s Landscape, at the National Trust’s Claydon House, Buckinghamshire. https://www.facebook.com/events/claydon-house/art-exhibition-the-peoples-landscape

I am also preparing for the annual Stratford Art Society Exhibition which is in it’s 60th Year. Open from 14th August-25th August 10.30 – 5pm daily. Held at King Edward V1 School. Chapel Lane. Stratford upon Avon. CV37 6BE.

‘The days sail by.’
Oil on canvas.
40″ x 40″.

‘Lost in thought.’
Mixed media on paper
10″ x 10″ including mount.

‘Surging on.’
Mixed media on paper.
10″ x 10″ including mount.

Some of the work I sold during Warwickshire open studios

‘A storm is Brewing.’ Mixed media on paper. 16″ x 16″ including frame.

Competition entry to https://www.facebook.com/events/claydon-house/art-exhibition-the-peoples-landscape/2203510213199002/