Dave Thomas — Contemporary Art Curator Magazine

Biography

I am a self-taught artist based in the Bedfordshire countryside and have been creating artwork for the last 10 years. My passion flows from the sense of escapism and tranquility that surrounds me when creating each piece of artwork.
To date, I have completed many one-off pieces, collections, and commissions. The crowning glory for me is when someone is emotionally moved by my artwork.
I feel honoured to have exhibited my artwork internationally and connected with many artists and curators along the way, which is extremely fulfilling and rewarding.

Artist Statement

My paintings are all about emotion, light /shadow and capturing "the moment". I strive to blend abstract and loose realism to create a piece that provokes thought and reflection of memories or aspirations in the eye of the beholder. Each time I look at a piece I have created I can always recall a soundtrack I have listened to which helped shape the artwork’s direction, a bit like having my own playlist in paint.
I love to explore different ideas which push my own boundaries, as I find this is where true creativity and originality can be found.
I already feel privileged to have been awarded the Collector’s Vision International Art Award earlier in 2021, so to now be awarded the Power of Creativity Art Prize is truly wonderful.

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