Notes from the artist: This recent painting draws on the wild and rugged beauty of Cornwall, which continues to provide an infinite source of inspiration for my abstract practice. I...
Notes from the artist: This recent painting draws on the wild and rugged beauty of Cornwall, which continues to provide an infinite source of inspiration for my abstract practice. I rely completely on my memory of colour, atmosphere and light when painting in my studio.
Kenidjack Valley conveys the sense of an industrialised valley, with the remains of mining works featuring prominently on the left of the painting. To the right, a circular water wheel form is cradled by the curved shape of the cove – the building remains that once housed this enormous wheel. Deep grey forms, representing the spoils of the mines, contrast with white and ochre shapes depicting the natural, undulating contours of the valley. The use of line is vivid and energetic, juxtaposing layers and textures within the painted surface.