Following the success of his stunning Metallique collection last year, Paul Kenton has returned for 2018 with a brand new selection of awe-inspiring cityscapes.
FOREWORD
Recent times for Paul Kenton have the common denominator of fluidity. From the bespoke concrete poured to form the floors of his brand new bespoke studio, to the molten state of the aluminium before it cools and becomes the sheets onto which his new work is painted, the recurrent themes of evolution and flux are palpable within the aesthetic of Metallique . Fittingly, this dawning epoch for Paul as an ar tist could not begin in better surroundings. A ver y personal project, he has overseen ever y stage of the seven month build for his new studio, which is housed inside an old gasworks dating back to 1868. Having passed the new site daily during the commute to his previous studio for many a year, he had of ten imagined how he would conceptualise the design to retain the integrity and original character of the building, whilst also making it his own; a space that would gif t a balance of inspiration and focus.
The specially commissioned stained glass windows, designed to depict an
exploding wheel of colour, bathe the studio in the beautiful natural light that Paul so values in his beloved Devon locale. Of fset against the more industrial elements of steelwork and the original brick walls, the contrast between modern and traditional lends a ying yang ef fect both decorative and functional to the overall space. Following the universal acclaim Paul received for his debut Metallique body of work subsequent to its unveiling in 2017, it is with pride and pleasure that we bring you the second instalment. Demonstrating a refinement of technique, these new works build on the textures and tones of their antecedents, without any contrivance or loss of raw ar tistr y. The confident and bold application of colour in these pieces provides a stunning contrast to the previous palette, which was notably more monochromatic with hues of ecru, taupe and khaki giving a distinctly industrial feel to the compositions. We invite you to revisit Metallique , and lose yourself in the sights and sounds that these fast-paced and beautifully balanced cityscapes evoke.
WORKI
G PIC
EROS ME TROPOL IS (Lef t)
Oil On Metal Unmounted Framed 122cm x 122cm
SPECTACUL AR SHARD (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 200.5cm x 100cm
SHARD NIGHTFALL
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 45.5cm x 122cm
PEEPING TOM (Lef t)
NEVER ENDING V IEW (Above)
Oil On Metal Unmounted Framed 122cm x 122cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 45.5cm x 152.5cm
ST PAUL’S GLORY (Lef t)
Oil On Metal Unmounted Framed 122cm x 91.5cm
BIG BEN SHINES (Right)
Oil On Metal Unmounted Framed 122cm x 91.5cm
“I love finding the balance between old and new, traditional and modern, in my work.”
PAUL KENTON
DAYL IGHT DAZE (Above)
TRIPLE V ISION (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 61cm x 152.5cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 122cm
WESTMINSTER WARMTH (Lef t)
BAT TERSEA REFLECT ING (Above)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 61cm x 61cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 91.5cm x 182.5cm
WORKI
G PIC
GLORIOUS GLOW (Above)
SOUTHBANK SUNRISE (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 45.5cm x 152.5cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 122cm
EMI T T ING L IGHT
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 101.5cm x 152.5cm
“Exploring cities, with sketchbook in hand, is one of my favourite things to do. Time loses all meaning.”
PAUL KENTON
BE YOND THE CAPI TAL
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 183cm
SK YL INE SERENI T Y (Above)
TOWER DAYS (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 45.5cm x 152.5cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 61cm x 122cm
BURNING BRIGHT (LEF T )
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 122cm
ENERGY OF LONDON (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 152.5cm x 101.5cm
“Colour is such a powerful tool… Use it well, and a piece just exudes liquid energy.”
PAUL KENTON
GLOWING GL ASGOW (Lef t)
RIVERSIDE WANDER (Above)
Oil On Metal Unmounted Framed 122cm x 183cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 101.5cm x 152.5cm
WORKI
G PIC
VENE T I AN L IGHTS (Above)
PARISI AN CAFÉ (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 61cm x 152.5cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 152.5cm x 101.5cm
EIFFEL E XCELLENCY
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 183cm x 122cm
PARISI AN ME TROPOL IS
Oil On Brass Unmounted Framed 100cm x 200.5cm
DUBAI DE TOUR (Lef t)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 183cm
ELECTRIC CI T Y (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 61cm
FL AT IRON DAZE (Above)
UNDER THE BRIDGE II (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 91.5cm
Oil On Metal Unmounted Framed 122cm x 91.5cm
“I love the way that my trademark dripping style really captures the architectural shapes and forms within this timeless scene.”
PAUL KENTON
CHASING L IGHT
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 182.5cm
CHRYSLER NIGHTS (Lef t)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 122cm x 91.5cm
DISTANT DEL IGHT (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 152.5cm x 101.5cm
BROOKLYN IN THE FALL (Above)
MAGNIF ICENT EMPIRE (Right)
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 183cm x 122cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 182.5cm x 122cm
NEW YORK DEL IGHTS
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 45cm x 152cm
TA X I DRIZ ZLE
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 152.5cm x 101.5cm
MANHAT TAN MADNESS (Above)
DYNAMIC DISTANCE (Right)
Oil On Metal Unmounted Framed 122cm x 244cm
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 101.5cm x 101.5cm
NEW YORK ST ILL
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 46cm x 152cm
MANHAT TAN MOMENTS
Oil On Metal Framed Framed 152.5cm x 101.5cm
BIOGRAPHY
A pivotal moment in the young Paul Kenton’s life was a move from his birthplace in Derby to the West Country when he was eight years old. Paul showed an interest in painting from an early age; while others wanted to be doctors or pilots he clearly remembers telling a friend that he wanted to be an artist. This was cemented when, at the tender age of twelve, he won a national colouring competition - winning a prized set of paints. He continued to draw and paint all through school, becoming proficient in watercolour, but was disappointed not to be awarded a place at art college due to his English grades. In 1995, supported by a grant from the Prince’s Youth Business Trust, he took the plunge and started to paint full-time and began exhibiting. Working in acrylic and oils he took inspiration from his worldwide travels; the cityscapes, cafes, harbours, bridges and seascapes. Like the Impressionist paintings before him, Paul strives for his paintings to create a mood, evoke a feeling or reflect myriad emotions; with free shapes, mixed media, dripped lines and colour. Citing the early work of Monet as a great influence in his art, Paul focuses on the accurate depiction of light in his work, often painting similar scenes at different times of the day, from an early dawn to a balmy dusk. Exploring moods and feelings is the backbone of Paul’s creations, very often painting places he has visited throughout his life; he tries to relive his feelings and memories of those cities, portraying them on canvas. Paul’s technique is extremely free and unplanned, forgoing sketching and planning in favour of the immediacy of diving into the heart of the painting. Like the vast, sprawling metropolises depicted in his paintings, Paul’s style is constantly evolving yet its unique character abuzz with a rich and satisfying tapestry of city life − is unmistakable. When Paul is not painting he is surfing around the world and off the rugged north coast of Devon where he lives. It’s a passion that has given him his unique viewpoint of the world: “The ocean fascinates me and has many moods. I’m intrigued by the way the water and light interact at the end of the day. Perhaps it seems strange then that the man-made spaces of my city are the subjects of my paintings and yet there is a real communion between the sea and the city – with the recurring themes of reflection and light.”
The images contained within this literature are an artistic representation of the collection. To best experience our art, we recommend you contact your local gallery to arrange a viewing. © Washington Green 2018. The content of this brochure is subject to copyright and no part can be reproduced without prior permission.
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