The idea of exhibiting together appealed to both


artists. “When David and I first started talking about this as a possibility, I thought it would be quite exciting to be involved with like-minded individuals with similar goals, ideas and thoughts on art,” says Angus. “Over the years, I have formed or been part of small collectives, as well as larger art societies such as the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolours and the International Guild of Realism. There is, however, something to be said for having a small group though. Decisions can be made quickly and ideas can be acted upon without having the obligatory committee meeting and consulting your membership every time you want to do something.”


Nevertheless, both artists decided to invite one extra


person each into the group. David asked fellow Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colour member Sandra Walker; Angus called on his Royal Watercolour Society colleague Denis Ryan. Each of the artists has their own distinct style, yet


each also has themes or subjects in common: rich textures, decaying machinery and man-made environments, all rendered in a graphic and almost photorealistic treatment of watercolour. “There was a great appeal to working with a group of artists whom I not only admired, but whose styles and aims were in concert with mine,” says Sandra.


ABOVE Denis Ryan RWS, Ett Cabaret Berlin, watercolour and acrylic on paper, 50x50cm


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