FRED GORDON

British artist Colin Brown is delivering the second in Heritage Courtyard’s series of “In conversation with” events on Thursday 29th October. Colin’s career as a visualizer and illustrator, spanning 24 years, was the spark that started his career in fine art. His loose and expressive style focuses on capturing the overall visual impact of the scene, with colours and atmosphere taking centre stage.

He has worked with many well-known advertising and design companies over the years, as well as creating illustrations for a variety of publications – developing his own style as he went.

Colin’s influences include impressionists as well as Fauvism. His use of single colour strokes evokes classic artworks such as those of Monet, contrasted with his highly contemporary palette.

He prefers not to be constrained by detail, using his works to capture a single moment as it is being experienced.

Guests will be able to hear about Colin’s practice and watch as he demonstrates his technique for upside down painting of a street scene, in acrylic, showing the importance of colour regulation and brush strokes. He will be showing how different hues interact with each other to build a virtual harmony. As well as the brushwork evoking a specific mood. He is always able to chat while painting as he likes to answer as many questions as possible. You will be able to enjoy complimentary refreshments and lively chat. Examples of Colin’s work will be on show for the event, allowing guests to see a selection of the finished works