In my current practice I work conceptually and digitally to make precursors that act as perimeters or vessels for making and holding the varying ways that I paint. The process that I have developed creates a system of open ended questions on how to process these digital concepts into a reality. My skill set as a painter enables me to work to any execution and this diversity means that I can deploy various modes of expression, for example photorealistic versions, process based paint applications, expressionistic impressions, or miniatures. I love the language of painting and find it especially rich for rendering my subject matter which often employs humour, irony, and hopefully a kind of sophisticated trickery. The paintings that I am showing at the Plymouth Art Weekender are part of a series called Palindrome Paintings. The hope is that the series is ongoing alongside the other avenues I’d like to explore.
Q & A with Will
What do you love about showing and/or making work in Plymouth?
I have a connection with Plymouth. My partner grew up in Devon and I am proud to be showing my paintings in the county that her family is from. This is the first time I will be showing my paintings outside of Wales.
What can you tell us about this project, and why is now a good time to share it?
I try to reveal in my work that technology isn’t just changing society – it’s changing what it means to be human. Whether it’s about the way we think, house ourselves or work in our daily lives it’s all here to stay and technology is helping us to share and in particular to share images. I’m hoping people visiting the show will share their experience of it.
What are you excited to see at this year’s PAW, and why?
It’s my first time at the Plymouth Art Weekender and I’m looking forward to exploring as much of it as I can.
25, 26 & 27 Sept 2020 