Drawing inspiration from the uniform landscapes of northern Northumberland, Fissure 1 portrays a midsummer sunset near Etal in an abstract manner. The depicted shapes serve as a metaphor for the interconnectedness of human rigidity and natural fluidity.
"Rift" is a thought-provoking painting made from various materials, inviting us on a journey to explore the essence of life. It presents an underground scene, symbolizing our personal quests and the passage of time. Picture us being frozen at a moment in life, similar to a ball endlessly rolling on its path. This artwork portrays life as nestled between two earthen walls, which stand for the boundaries of our knowledge and our attempts to grasp the true meaning of existence. "Rift" delves into these profound themes, while also drawing attention to the inner battles we all experience, reflecting on the solitude, the march of time, and our continual search for understanding within the constraints that shape our lives.
Born from the undulating currents of the river Till, this piece exudes a mesmerizing energy. Infused with shimmering gold accents, it captures the elusive glimmer of sunlight dancing across late summer afternoons.
"Northern Landscape" embodies Peter's abstract interpretation of the Cheviot Hills, capturing the essence and spirit of this majestic landscape through a unique artistic lens. In this piece, Peter departs from traditional landscape painting to explore the hills' natural beauty and undulating forms in an abstract manner. The artwork features a harmonious blend of vivid and muted colors, with dynamic brushstrokes that evoke the hills' rugged texture and the ever-changing skies above them.
An intricately focused piece delving into Ford's relationship with the British Mining Industry. The rugged cavity depicted starkly contrasts with the mossy overtones, highlighting the juxtaposition between its industrial past and its current state of sanctity and isolation.
"Terrestrial" vividly captures the Martian landscape, painting it in rich reds and oranges that echo the planet's rugged, desert-like terrain. The artwork suggests a haunting beauty in the desolate slopes, and strategically placed globes hint at the tantalizing possibility that life may have once existed on this now barren and isolated world.