Author: Gavin Bowyer Fine Art : Portraiture : Design Illustration
Originally a press photographer then an Advanced Skills Teacher (AST) at Biddulph High School - winning the Dyson Design & Technology Teacher of the Year, 2006 - but I gave it up to pursue my passion for art. I naturally gravitate to ordinary people finding themselves in extraordinary circumstances or vice versa, everyday social interactions, portraiture, wildlife or pets.
For more than three decades drawing and photography have played an integral part in my creative practice. During a commission a sketch or hazy photograph maybe the only source material to work from. Whatever artwork I'm constructing really matters and brings pleasure, enjoyment and fulfilment to me. When I'm working, I have a deep level of attachment to the work. and its my passion that makes the real difference. Much of the pleasure is in the process.
You may hear it said that colour is everything, but I say black and white is more. In a world where colour reigns, I love to capture important moments for people, their pets and cherished wildlife with my distinctive black and white figurative imagery. A classic black and white artwork in the home gives the observer's eye a place to rest. Picasso claimed that 'colour weakens' the viewing experience. He believed that black and white paintings and drawings allow you to concentrate on elements such as composition, value, lighting and form. The benefit of black and white is that you can focus on the image as a whole.
A unique or custom, handmade piece created for you will break from saturated colour and enhance a your home from all other elements. Colour maybe everything but black and white is more! Make an impression and stand out from the crowd. Classic black and white art by artist, Gavin Bowyer.
I’m very pleased to announce that I’ve been invited to exhibit my pencil and graphite portrait ‘…Until Something Unexpected Happens’ at the Mall Galleries, London.
Despite the current Tier 4 restrictions in London, you may be unable to attend the exhibition. However, my work is currently being displayed on the virtual Mall Galleries website:
Please spread the word far and wide with the attached e-invitation and on social media: Twitter: @PastelSociety @mallgalleries Instagram: @pastelsociety.uk @mallgalleries Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/438028814005392
‘Nibbles’, ‘Prickles’ & ‘Emerging Stag’ 20”x14” framed limited edition prints Last 3 remaining Original price £75.00, reduced to £50.00 each. Buy all 3 for £130.00
I am really excited to be partnering up with Werrington Community Library and Wellbeing Centre. They had been successful in securing funding from The National Lottery for counselling sessions, CREATIVE WORKSHOPS and personal care/respite support for carers and families with caring responsibilities affected by COVID-19.
Support sessions for carers and families with caring responsibilities
In collaboration with Rachel Butcher and Lisa Shaw from On the Horizon Counselling Services CIC, I will be providing therapeutic creative workshops will take place within our Art Studio 4 room at the Foxlowe Arts Centre, Leek and Werrington Well Being Centre. Currently, due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, online or phone counselling is underway and future face to face sessions will be accessible when restrictions are relaxed.
To qualify for respite support all you need is to be a carer or a family with caring responsibilities who lives in Werrington, Wetley Rocks, Cellarhead, Leek or Cheadle area.
Gavin Bowyer – Creative Art Practitioner & Rachel Butler – On the Horizon Counselling Services CIC
Counsellor Rachel Butler explains, “This project will provide support to lift that burden on carers and families with a range of support scenarios including counselling, online support and creative workshops. Local artist Gavin Bowyer is part of the delivery team because art is such a great diversion and a way to work out stress and anxiety. We are urging anyone affected by the restrictions who live in the area covered by the project to get in touch.”
If you are interested in this new innovative creative project and would like to work through whats going on for you at the moment please get in touch with the Werrington Wellbeing Project.
Email: horizoncounselling1@outlook.com or enquiries@crossroadsstaffordshire.org.uk Telephone: 07855652753 or 01782 268391 or message from Crossroads Care Staffordshire and On The Horizon Counselling Services via their Facebook pages.
The Art of Gavin Bowyer 