Exhibition runs from 18th January – 30th January 2011
Opening times: Tuesday to Saturday 11am to 6pm. Sunday 11am to 4pm
Painting is Stephen’s visual language, his expression of thoughts and feelings that capture the essence of the places he studies.
“I love it when others see what I have not seen in my paintings, their interpretation is what really counts and I feel that the viewer has to do some work to make the picture complete. This then becomes their picture, one that they see in their own way, driven by feelings and not necessarily through thought alone.”
Exhibiting paintings without titles is a deliberate ploy Stephen adopts allowing the viewer to decide for themselves the content and tone of voice of the picture. “If a painting resonates with you it’s because you have made a connection and discovered meaning and context that appeals to you.”
Stephen’s ability to apply his energy and passion to create such powerful paintings is testament to his confidence - visible through the way he paints generously and without hesitation.
Painting in oils on canvas, aluminium and glass using bold expressive strokes of brush or palette knife leaves the oil paint standing proud of the surface adding depth, drama and a sense of freedom.
This range of works certainly allows us into Stephen’s expressive nature and leaves us inside a picture rather one that’s just hanging on a wall.
Enjoy.
