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Artist Statement for Graham Mcpherson
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I love the idea of being able to invoke good emotions in others and my art is partly an attempt to do just that. I have always loved the atmosphere of the coast with all its drama and beauty. There's the tension element as it ever changes yet still remains the same year in year out. The tide has washed away yesterday's footsteps and the sand is fresh again.
As people we subconsciously or consciously long to be renewed and refreshed from the cares of the day and all that the world throws at us. I like to paint moments that have inspired me and find that I'm often drawn to coastal related subjects. If that inspiration can be passed on to others then that's a bonus.
I paint in acrylic quite simply because I like the rich colors and don't have to wait long for the paint to dry. Since I'm pretty new to painting (only began in Summer 2007) I realize there's much to learn and see great benefit in taking critique and inspiration from others.
The majority of my work carries a coastal theme and this is demonstrated not only in the paintings themselves but also in the driftwood frames that I make for many of my paintings.
The ocean does amazing things to wood. The sea generally eats the surface grain and I tidy it up revealing its wonderful contours and texture. Then I sculpt it to a tasteful finish all the while seeking to bring out its own natural beauty.
If I can invoke good emotions through my work then that is, to me, a success. GM
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