Return of Peter Stott

The Foundry is delighted to welcome back the work of Peter Stott for a second time, following the success of his exhibition here in 2007. This new collection of vibrant watercolours will be open to the public from 30th October until late November 2008.

Technique:

Peter works mainly in watercolours, finding that this particular medium suits what he is trying to achieve in his painting.He likes to work quickly initially to try and overcome any doubts.Once he has started a piece he can then decide on the relationships that he is looking for within that particular painting.He prefers to keep his work as simple as possible, however, working this way can result in things emerging beyond his immediate control to reveal themselves in a new light.

Key elements within the work are the relationships between positive and negative forms, which Peter deliberately repeats.

Peter’s current work involves elements of the changing landscape and climatic conditions. These changes, sometimes a momentary flicker of sunlight or perhaps a brewing storm, have an effect on the final outcome of a piece of work. Recently the vibrant colours of Italy have influenced Peter’s work greatly.

Finishing a piece is almost as difficult a decision as starting a piece.It is essential that pieces do not become overworked.To retain freshness is to retain a key element.

Exhibitions:

One-man exhibitions:

* Hanging Space, Islington

* Mayfair Gallery, London

* SheridanRussellGallery, London

* The Foundry, Wrexham

* Numerous local one-man exhibitions

Mixed exhibitions:

* Hanging Space, Islington

* Art Fair, Battersea

* Stark Gallery, London

* Atkinson Gallery, Southport

* Open Art Exhibition, Grosvenor Gallery, Chester

* Down to a Fine Art, Cheshire