Nick Pritchard Solo Exhibition
About this Event
"Ultimately, each piece in the exhibition is a reflection of my deep, personal connection to the landscape, and invites the viewer to experience the power, beauty, and quiet transformation of nature in a constant state of change." Nick Pritchard
Nick Pritchard’s work is evocative, vivid, and visceral. He captures the ever-changing rhythms of the Welsh landscape, from the impressive peaks of the mountains to the serene flow of rivers, the quiet majesty of fields and trees; to the majestic sweep of the sea. “There is definitely something about the dramatic and often rugged landscape, with its mountains and coastlines, that speaks to me,” says Nick. “And I hope that through my work, people can feel that sense of place and history. I hope that my work reflects universal emotions and human experiences of the landscape that anyone can relate to regardless of their background or location”.
Themes of time and place run throughout his work, with water and its movement remaining central elements. Local rivers, canals, and brooks run close to where he lives; and Nick is drawn to the flow of the water; the play of light and reflection across its surface; and the challenge of conveying such transient qualities into paint: “My work is a reflection of the landscapes of Wales as I see it,” he explains, “and while it is a direct representation, I aim to capture the essence of the landscape, the mood, and the feeling of being within it. It's not just about capturing what is seen… I also want to somehow convey what is felt, both within the environment and within myself”.
He finds inspiration in Constable’s cloudscapes, Turner’s dramatic skies and Monet’s studies of light: “Both Turner and Monet were interested in capturing the effects of light and atmosphere on landscapes, particularly the way weather and time of day transformed scenes. Their ability to capture those fleeting moments of changing light in such a dynamic way has always resonated with me,” he says.
“John Singer Sargent’s landscapes, particularly his scenes of water (are) effortless in the way he seems to capture the subtle nuances of light on water and his handling of reflections has helped me to appreciate its fluidity and movement.
“Some of Paul Feiler’s early landscape work, who himself was influenced by Cézanne, I find very interesting. His combination of abstraction and landscape challenges realistic depiction and has encouraged me to look further than representation and explore more interpretative ways of depicting the landscape.
“David Bomberg’s painting Sunset, the Bay, North Devon is a painting I admire for its energy and movement and it shows what can be conveyed through simple bold brushstrokes.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM
Exhibition launch evening Friday 29 May
Info: Join us and meet Nick Pritchard to celebrate the opening of this exciting new collection of work.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 0.00
