NIGEL MASON
Nigel’s star has been on the rise since coming through IN:SIGHT 2015 and taking part in the Summer Exhibition. After being offered a contract by Washington Green, he has climbed the ranks to become one of their most popular originals artists in the last year and gained admirers far and wide. Such is his growing international acclaim, he was invited by Miva Fine Art to have a solo exhibition at their Stockholm gallery in August 2016. Artist Statement: “When I was selected to exhibit in last year’s Summer Exhibition, I could not possibly have foreseen where this would lead. This past year with Washington Green has enabled me to work exclusively on my painting. I have been able to develop my personal practice in terms of quality of materials, presentation of work, time management and developing a steady
studio practice. But the main effect of being fnancially independent as an artist is the ability to concentrate on my own work and develop fner technique, work through ideas and, most importantly, to fnd my own ‘voice’. Through Washington Green, I have taken commissions for collectors, attended promotional events, had interviews with media, written and given talks about my work and had limited editions of my work published. These activities are far removed from the refned atmosphere of the studio but are absolutely crucial in obtaining a wider understanding (and appreciation) of an artist’s working life. I now appreciate the symbiotic nature between the creator and the promoter of artwork. When asked to attend the ‘Meet The Artists’ day at the Summer Exhibition, I didn’t know what
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