Figurative artist, Cliff (b.1961) studied Art Foundation at North Staffordshire Polytechnic, graduating in 1981, and then studied for a BA (Hons) Fine Painting at Liverpool Polytechinc, graduating in 1984.
My work primarily explores the themes of the figure in solitude and figures in contemplation.
Fashion and street photography have influenced these themes.
A further influence is Tonalism where colours and tones are emphasised to express a mood or poetic feeling. The colours chosen are intended to assist in resonating an essence of mood and atmosphere and to reflect a perception of positive introspection.
Working in both oil and acrylic paint I use a process of brushstrokes and added use of pastels and charcoal to build up the compositions. Chance plays a part where strokes are painted over and texture smudged or removed and then rebuilt.
Cliff works from his studio in the Midlands, and has exhibited across the UK. His work is held in private collections in the UK USA, France and Germany.
We are thrilled that Cliff has joined the gallery in 2025 and look forward to introducing his uniquely beguiling and beautiful paintings.
