NEIL DAWSON
Welcome to NYLON - my first touring exhibition inspired by
the urban landscapes of New York and London.
I have always loved cities and find myself constantly drawn to their colour,
vibrancy and energy – they are both infectious and consuming. They are
full of intricate details and boldness, of light and dark and, most importantly,
are constantly evolving. For me they take on a special atmosphere and
excitement at night and I love trying to capture the lights and movement
of a city after dark. New York (NY) and London (LON) are arguably two
of the greatest cities in the world and provide a fascinating and exciting
backdrop for my paintings. It is my hope as an artist to capture a part of
their unique atmosphere on canvas and to spark memories, associations
and aspirations of these fantastic cities for you.
Painted with expressive use of colour, I use iconic imagery and notable
landmarks to set the scene - immediately transporting the viewer to New
York and London after dark. With its dazzling lights and neon expanses
my paintings are full of activity with the colours and lights screaming for
attention. I also try and paint with a sense of ambiguity to allow for individual
interpretation and, as cities are always in a state of flux, perceptions of
these places will never be identical - that’s the beauty of them.
For me NYLON is a modern day tale of two cities – two places that,
despite being thousands of miles apart, beat as one in vibe, rhythm
and pace.
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