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I am pleased to announce my third one-man exhibition at North House Gallery, Manningtree, which continued until the 28th March 2009.
My work continues to present as mixed media-collage-painting. Alongside the 2D works I am also showing a selection of gate-fold book-like collages (see illustration 'CHIEF'). I have recently made collages on a larger scale than previously attempted. Assemblage art had also made a re-appearance in my work. As I work on a painting I tend to write my ideas on and around the painting. This writing is frequently over-painted, and new writing added, as part of the change and renewal of the painting surface. If I choose to write words on to a painting, I realise that the act of scribbling can be either drawing or writing, or both at once, so the meaning of the text is part of the painting's surface. If the painting is visually complete before a narrative emerges, then I leave the painting open and trust in its meaning.Remaining words and images from the painting's 'journey' become part of its conclusion; and in this way the painting may suggest another.Between exhibitions I have been experimenting with text drawings, and small collaged objects which are planned for larger scale works. Some examples of my work can also be found on permanent display at the North House Gallery, Manningtree, and in the permanent collection of Epping Forest District Museum. In addition, I have recently shown ten new collages at the charming Over the Sofa Gallery in Wivenhoe, Suffolk. Many unseen works are also available for viewing by appointment at my studio in Sudbury, Suffolk Some of my recent works can be seen on the "Still Wet" page. I am always interested to hear your opinions of my work. Please feel free to contact me.
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