I am a professional contemporary painter from the UK living in Germany since 2001 (long before the Berlin Hype too). I exhibit internationally and have works held in numerous private collections worldwide. Art Education: 1996 - 2000 Bachelor of Art. Fine Art Degree (Honours) Newcastle University. UK 1989 - 1991 B-Tec National Diploma in Art & Design. Southport College of Art. UK
My works focus on the spiritual underlying of the world we inhabit and the world beyond us in the future and the unknown. Explored through the parallels of art and architecture. My art is wierd,but tranquil and aims to intrigue the observer.
Describe your creative process.
I am constantly ketching in sketch books until an idea pops that I want to develop further. The idea then gets work on larger paper and if it survives that test, then I'll transfer onto canvas. What happens next always evolves into something new and removed from the original idea somewhat but still contains its original inspriation.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Spiritual. Curious. Beautiful.
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Roger Dean. Willem de Kooning. Anselm Kiefer.
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Imagination
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Never let anyone tell you what are how to paint. Ever.
Where do you go for inspiration?
My sketchbooks. Nature and trees and the environment.