Richard Levine
Inspiration comes in many forms, and can strike at any time. For Richard Levine, the muse responsible for his break away from digital art into working with paint was none other than Charles Schultz’s much loved Peanuts cartoon strip. He says: “We all absorb cultural visuals into our subconscious, and I guess for a few years these characters have been making an appearance in mine.” Richard draws upon his training as a graphic designer, animator, 3d model maker and illustrator to help realise these images. Beginning with a wireframe model, he then takes the finalised form and overlays it with anywhere between 20-30 different patterns, before rendering and fine tuning what will
eventually become the finished design. Using canvas, acrylic paint, varnishes, tape and brushes, he then adds bold colour and texture to the piece. Richard told us that he had enormous fun working with these characters, because he was able to be playful with the composition. Even with the Op Art influence, and inspiration taken from some of art history’s biggest names, such as Mondrian and Lichtenstein, this is art to be enjoyed without agenda. He explains: “I see most of my pieces as experimental, with a playful element. I always try to keep my vibe positive during the creative process, in the hope that this energy transfers into my work.”
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Inspiring Collectors
Adam Shaw, from the drone photography and cinematography company Aerial Inspiration, is a Dan Lane collector – boasting an impressive four prints and five skull sculptures. Moved to create a video inspired by the artist’s works, Adam says: “I think Dan’s work illustrates the turmoil of modern life. I see destruction, greed, power, war, end of life. On the back of that, his work always has a small glimmer of hope and beauty with the flowers or humming birds. Both are very fragile.” Tell us your own art story by emailing yourworldourart@castlefineart.com or tagging us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram with the hashtag #YourWorldOurArt.
Returning to London
Two years on from his solo show, Dan will be back in London in November 2019. Once the capital’s largest brewery, The Old Truman Brewery on Brick Lane is now East London’s creative quarter and the perfect setting for Dan to exhibit his works. He adds: “The reaction to my show was amazing and it gave me the confidence to put together my latest collection.”
For more information, visit castlefineart.com/events
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