Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Virtual Exhibition, September, 2020

 

Virtual Exhibition, September, 2020

My Online Exhibition, “Two Rivers” is now available to view on my website: www. maggietaylor-yorkshire-artist.co.uk - view full screen mode for best experience!


Drypool, January Morning, oil on canvas, 3ft x 4ft

It follows my work over two years, during which time I have chronicled, in paintings and prints, the River Hull on the North Bank of the Humber Estuary, and the River Ancholme on the South Bank.

Both rivers enable me to explore my theme of how human activity relates to, and interacts with, the natural landscape.

The River Hull is rich with signs of commercial activity, stretching back historically to whaling and beyond. Bridges of differing styles and dates cross the navigation channel and huge Victorian warehouses line the route. There is a good contrast with iconic modern structures, such as the Deep and the Tidal Barrier.

Across the Humber Estuary, the Ancholme is a more peaceful affair. The river passes through flat, Lincolnshire farmland. Evidence of the importance of the river to the local economy in days gone by is illustrated by bridges, listed for their architectural quality. At the entrance to the lock gates a large cement factory dominates the landscape, which gave me much scope for artistic interpretation.

My artwork has developed during this period. My paintings have gone larger (3ft x 4ft) to allow more freedom of expression and closer engagement with the viewer. I have developed a muted colour palette and used space and form more effectively. My printmaking practice has expanded significantly to include a wider variety of techniques, including coloured monoprints.

Covid 19 has created its own issues, but for me, it has been a productive period. I used the time to hone in on my large paintings and the development of my monoprint processes. I also developed my website further and my social media presence, the culmination of which is my Online Exhibition.

I hope that you enjoy viewing the Exhibition, and look forward to receiving your feedback.

 

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