Richard73 Devon, United Kingdom
Landscape painter, who responds to the local environment. Using paint, drawing and printmaking. Sketchbooking and collage play an important part in the making process. A member of the Plymouth Society of Artists and the 21 Group of Artists. Educated in Yorkshire, before moving to the South West and a 42 year career in art teaching. The landscape and responses to the local environment using paint,
“Rocks not only contain the history of the world, but they also contain the history of humanity: our settlements, our burials, our wars, our agriculture, our travel and our trade.” Dr.Richard Davey - Essay titled “Looking, Learning, Being.” 2025. Drawing and painting exploiting the phenomenon of mark-making, whether using dry or wet media, a creative process, visual language unique to visual observations and experiences. Decisions are made, problems solved, the history of marks, whether large or small, precise or hidden, establish, connections and form relationships. They organically become a clear statement of intent.
