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Welcome to the June edition of Fine Art PreviewFor some weeks now anticipation has been mounting over a distinctive new voice in the world of figurative realism, but we are delighted to announce that the waiting is now officially over! The most exciting new name to emerge this year, Vincent Kamp, is releasing his inaugural collection of canvas editions and they will be on show in the galleries from the end of the month. In addition we are proud to present an inspirational collection of brand new images from multiple award-winners Fabian Perez and Rebecca Lardner, as well as a highly collectable special edition from the incomparable Sherree Valentine-Daines. Read on to find out more, and come into the gallery to experience the diversity and innovation of our stunning exhibition.

Summer by the SeasideRebecca Lardner

Cinco SentidosFabian Perez

The Vibrant World ofDuncan MacGragor

Going UndergroundVincent Kamp

Winners EnclosureSherree Valentine-Daines

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Original artwork from sensational landscape artist

Barry’s beautiful and distinctive images may be based on traditional

subjects, but they have a style which is both ef fortlessly minimal and

contemporary. Their continued success has made him one of the

UK’s most highly sought-after and collectable artists.

We are delighted to present Barry’s exciting new colour

palettes giving a whole new dimension to his artwork.

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A new release from multi-award-

winning artist Rebecca Lardner is

always great news, guaranteed to bring

a welcome element of warmth and

humour into our artistic lives. True to

form, her much anticipated collection

for summer 2017 does not disappoint.

Focusing on life on the coast, she has

given us a trio of captivating harbour

scenes, and five enchanting sculptures

featuring seabirds and fishing boats,

all created with that irresistible

combination of quirky humour and

technical panache which has made her

one of our most highly sought-after

and collectable artists.

SUMMER

REBECCA LARDNER

OVER THE SEA IIEdition of 195 Canvas Edition Size 12” x 12” Framed £295

Paper Edition Size 12” x 12” Framed £275


As a county, Dorset has always had plenty

of pulling power. Its attractions range from

the stunning Jurassic coast to the enchanting

market towns, not to mention a complete

absence of motorway. But over the last few

years, the county has achieved a new claim to

fame; not only

has the status

of the coastline

been officially

recognised

with its

designation

as a world

heritage site,

its artistic

value has now

also been

brought to all

of our notice

by the huge

success of

internationally

acclaimed

artist Rebecca Lardner.

Rebecca’s work has an upbeat, quirky charm

that perfectly captures the new mood of the

South West, which has transformed itself from

a remote, ex-industrial hinterland into an

ultra-desirable destination for a whole cross

section of society, from surfers and ravers to

TV chefs and affluent second-homers. Her

engaging canvases are animated portrayals of

a hectic life lived on the land and the sea. The

large ensemble cast of figures, boats and sea

birds creates a lively impression of ceaseless

activity, and this is heightened by the natural

curves of the classic English harbour which

provide a strong sense of movement and

energy.

But life on the

coast is not just

about beaches

and fishing; there

are wildflowers,

dog walkers,

children enjoying

a Punch and Judy

show, and a whole

range of bijou

establishments

from antique shops

to harbour cafes.

All life is here,

and the bustling

characters are

making the most of it, under the watchful eye

of those superior seabirds, watching over

the whole scene from their lofty viewpoint.

These beguiling characters have become an

important part of the overall mood of the

work. Their presence invites us to join them

in their grandstand seats, and reinforces the

sense of ourselves as part of the magical

world that Rebecca has created.

“Every one captures happy, sunny memories of being near the sea and is filled with my own life history and personality.”

OVER THE SEA IEdition of 195 Paper Edition Size 12” x 12” Framed £275

Canvas Edition Size 12” x 12” Framed £295

and her love of the distinctive Jurassic

coastline has been the mainstay of her

success. Trained in art to degree level, she

forged an early career in illustration, but her

future as a fine artist was always inevitable.

While she downplays the mention of celebrity

buyers and a one-off commission for the Paul

McCartney Music Academy, she is no longer

able to downplay her extraordinary success.

When she won a major newcomer’s award

in 2008 she was catapulted into the limelight

and this was swiftly followed in 2010 by the

prestigious Fine Art Trade Guild’s Artist of the

Year award. Her whimsical paintings were

featured widely in the media, and demand

for her work turned her into one of the UK’s

most highly sought-after and collectable

artists. Her signed limited editions now sell

out on publication and her original paintings

are almost impossible to come by. They

are sold as far afield as Australia and New

Zealand, often to homesick ex-pats wanting

a glimpse of home. They are also proving

popular in London and other cities, perhaps

as a source of inspiration for those dreaming

of their weekend escape to the coast.

Rebeccas quintessentially British style originates in her Dorset upbringing...

HITCHING A RIDEEdition of 495 Cold Cast PorcelainSize 9” x 15” £395

Working from an attic studio, Rebecca

employs an unconventional style to create her

paintings. Using oil on canvas she works not

at an easel, but on a flat surface, turning the

canvas as she gradually builds the complex

structure of the work from above. First a thin

layer of block colour is laid down and allowed

to dry over several days. After that she applies

layer upon layer with a palette knife to create

texture, and adding the finer details with a

brush. This unusual method of turning the

canvas and taking a view of the scene from

above seems strangely in keeping with the

subject matter of the finished compositions.

“Rebeccas distinctive palette never strays far from the colours of the ocean...”


THAT’S THE WAYEdition of 195 Canvas Edition Size 26” x 26” Framed £725

Paper Edition Size 20” x 20” Framed £495

ON THE LOOKOUTEdition of 495 Cold Cast Porcelain Size 10” x 13” £325

This enchanting quintet of sculptures

brings to life some of the quirkier

characters who feature strongly in

Rebecca’s world as well as the familiar

trawlers that patrol her busy coastline. Her

previous sculptures of birds have proved

hugely successful, selling out on release,

so these new additions to the flock are

very welcome. Meanwhile, the beguiling

boats are as much a part of Rebecca’s cast

of characters as the gulls, and their stylish

colours and presentation will only serve to

enhance their popularity.

A highly anticipated new sculpture collection

SEA LEGSEdition of 495 Cold Cast Porcelain Size 8” x 12” £375


LOVEBIRDSEdition of 495 Cold Cast Porcelain Size 7” x 15” £375

The unspoken contrast between the constant activity of the harbour and the watchful serenity of the fishermen’s cottages is in her own words, “a composition waiting to be realised.”ROCK STAREdition of 495 Cold Cast Porcelain Size 9” x 11” £275


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Stylistically gifted, technically flawless

and endlessly fascinating, Fabian

is collected, acclaimed and adored

across the world. His compelling style

is unmistakable, and combines with

his highly personal subject matter to

make him one of the world’s most

recognisable artistic icons.

With Cinco Sentidos, (Five Senses),

Fabian demonstrates his extraordinary

gifts for both figurative and still life

works. Taking us way beyond the visual

world, he mounts an all-out appeal

to our senses. As well as seeing the

light, colour and movement of each

scene, we are invited to hear the beat

of the flamenco, feel the heat of a

close embrace, and experience the

taste and aroma of fine wines shared

with friends. The interweaving of these

different ways to experience the world

makes Fabian’s work a unique sensory

experience.

Fabian’s international cachet has

long been established. His celebrity

admirers range from sporting

superstars including Sugar Ray

Leonard, Shaquille O’Neal and Lionel

Messi, to musicians Scott Weiland,

Rihanna and Shakira, comedian John

Bishop, actors Micky Rourke and

Megan Fox, and he was recently invited

to the Vatican to personally present

Pope Francis with his portrait; it is now

in the pontiff’s private collection. He

has also received a host of prestigious

awards from bodies as diverse as the

Italian Academy of Artists and Art Tour

International Magazine.

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The Train Station VIIEdition of 195 Canvas Edition14” x 18”Framed £1,395

While sensuality and intensity are

key to Fabian’s work, there is always

a sophistication and intelligence to

his figures which implies something

beyond the purely visual. His

charismatic men and seductive women

seem to be part of a wider narrative,

one which embraces mystery, eroticism

and drama. The Train Station is

characterised by an atmosphere of

shadowy intimacy suggesting romance,

passion, ‘a happening’ that draws us

into a world of heightened senses

where a story is unfolding that we can

make our own.

“Touch comes before sight, before speech. It is the first language and the last, and it always tells the truth.” Margaret Atwood, author,

from The Blind Assassin

Study for Celina with Abanico IIIEdition of 195 Canvas Edition9” x 12”Framed £695


Fabian has a deep and heartfelt

connection with the flamenco which

represents a major part of his personal

heritage, handed down to him by his

Spanish father. It has a unique style,

purpose and impact, and makes a

powerful subject for him.

There is a strong improvisational

and creative element to flamenco, as

no dance is set in stone, but rather

each evolves from the spontaneous

expression of the performer’s emotions

at any given time. In a flamenco

performance, the dancer (bailaora) will

often remain motionless, absorbing the

rhythm of the guitar, the clapping and

the singing, waiting until the moment of

inspiration strikes. She will then begin

her passionate response to the music

and the atmosphere. The dancer’s role

is to physically interpret the words,

which often express the great lament

of the persecuted gypsy communities

in which the dance first grew up. The

light, graceful arm movements contrast

with the reverberating steps as her

feet drill into the floor with almost

bewildering intensity. The flamenco is

a key subject for Fabian, and there are

clear parallels between his paintings

and the dance on every level, not least

in that both represent the creative

outpouring of a passionate emotional

response to life.

Study for Celina with Abanico IVEdition of 195 Canvas Edition9” x 12”Framed £695

“All we have to believe is our senses: the tools we use to perceive the world, our sight, our touch, our memory. If they lie to us, then nothing can be trusted.”

Neil Gaiman, Author,

from American Gods

Study for WhiteEdition of 195 Canvas Edition12” x 9”Framed £695


Study for a Better Life IVEdition of 195 Canvas Edition12” x 9”Framed £695

While many of Fabian’s paintings are concerned with emotions such as

passion and desire, camaraderie is also a recurring theme. This bond

of friendship, often between men is symbolized and celebrated in these

two magnificent still life works. Fabian says he paints only from his own

experience – and every glass of wine he paints, he also enjoyed.

“Wine is one of the most civilized things in the world and one of the most natural things of the world that has been brought to the greatest perfection, and it offers a greater range for enjoyment and appreciation than, possibly, any other purely sensory thing.”

Ernest Hemingway, Author.

AVAILABLE NOW

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True ColoursEdition of 195 Glazed Box Canvas44” x 22” Framed £1,295

Colours of the WindEdition of 195 Glazed Box Canvas44” x 22”Framed £1,295

MACGREGORDuncan

The vibrant world of

Duncan is the UK’s leading contemporary colourist. He

paints with flair and unmistakable energy and his use

of colour is bold and exciting.

Immerse yourself in a painting by Duncan MacGregor:

the more you look, the more you will see.

Life’s a BreezeEdition of 195 Glazed Box Canvas

42” x 28” Framed £1,395

AVAILABLE END OF JUNE

Limited Edition Painting by Roz Wilson Title: The Ultimate Cat

SUNDAY 18TH JUNE

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T h e G e n t l e m a n a n d R o g u e s C l u bLimited Edition of 150, Canvas on Board, 34” x 25”, Framed: £875

Vincent Kamp’s intense figurative

realism originates in a series of

subcultures that are rich in narrative

tension. His arresting portraits are

built on the assumption that society

will always identify with rebels and the

gritty world of the urban underground,

and take us on a dangerous journey

into worlds which are perhaps

unfamiliar to many – a world of tribes

and groups who are drawn together by

a unique set of bonds created by the

subculture to which they belong. This

concept fascinates him, and underlies

his whole creative ethos; to express

something unique, and sometimes

challenging, through capturing the

strangely haunting identities of these

enigmatic and to some, intimidating,

social groupings.

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“My two favourite places in the world are my studio and my local cinema.” Vincent works in a 50sqm studio with

amazing views of the North Downs, but

he has unexpectedly blocked out the

windows, partly to avoid distraction,

but mainly in order to take full control

of the lighting at all times. He describes

his work as traditional figurative

realism with a film noir influence and

his subdued palette is dark, subtle and

intense. He says: “I look for something

gritty, something that may have an

intriguing backstory, a moment of

tension. Something that will make you

wonder about these characters. Who

are they? What goes on in the moments

before and after the painting?” He is

fascinated by cinematography and

its impact on storytelling, believing

that by manipulating the lighting and

colour you can completely change the

feel of scene. He acknowledges his

great artistic debt to legendary British

cinematographer Roger Deakins, whose

collaboration with the Coen brothers

has led to some of the most memorable

moments in movie history, and whose

contribution to such blockbusters as No

Country For Old Men, Skyfall and The

Shawshank Redemption elevated them

into truly beautiful works of art.


Having been sponsored by American

Crew, the premier brand of grooming

products for the modern gentleman,

Kamp is wholly tied up in image and

how it reveals or indeed conceals one’s

personality. Exploring those physical

marks and characteristics that identify

the insiders – from such explicit

features as tattoos to the more esoteric

concepts of expression and body

language - Kamp is now on a journey

moving from one subculture to the

next, and where it will take him next

remains to be seen.

For his most recent work he has

travelled around the UK visiting barber

shops and events to gather material

in a setting which transcends the

conventional

notions of social

class and makes

everyone feel like

‘one of the boys’. The

men he has met and

painted are part of a unique

community with their own

language, culture and style.

Each compelling tableau evokes

emotion, fascination and intrigue

about both the backstory and the

future of a character. He seeks out

moments of tension, and explains: “My

paintings are all quite dark, subtle and

intense. I’m always imagining there’s

something surreptitious going on in

what might be a perfectly innocent

situation.”

“I like to paint people that you dont always see walking down the street. They live and work outside the normal hours. You are unlikely to see these people in a suit or on an iPhone”

Thy BarberEdition of 150 Canvas on Board

23” x 31” Framed £850


AVAILABLE END OF JUNE

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WINNERS ENCLOSURE

Embellished Canvas Edition of 49 Copies 48” x 26” £1,950

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Over the course of her impressive career Sherree Valentine-Daines has become

one of the UK’s most collectable contemporary artists. With a discerning following

of art lovers, she also enjoys an unrivalled and richly deserved reputation in the

international arena. Her highly accomplished and sensitive paintings offer an

impressionistic take on the intricacies of human interaction within the social

scene, to the point where we feel ourselves irresistibly drawn into her idyllic

world of afternoon tea, champagne cocktails and exquisite picture hats.

with this highlight of the season. She first

attended Ascot as a child and has been

painting her award-winning impressionistic

tableaux there for over 35 years. As well

as capturing many great moments, she

painted a commemorative piece for great

homecoming after Ascot’s redevelopment,

and last summer she was commissioned by

Champagne Bollinger to create a tribute to

this great occasion; they used her beautiful

painting as the centrepiece of their 2016

campaign in publications from Tatler to

The Daily Telegraph.

This vibrant new release celebrates one

of the quintessential events of the English

social calendar, Royal Ascot. A busy yet

elegant crowd scene, it is the first piece of its

kind that Sherree has chosen to release as

a limited edition. We are used to admiring

the costumes of individuals or watching

the shadows lengthen over small groups of

racegoers enjoying a glass of Champagne,

but this splendid view is overflowing with

life and colour and enchants us with all

the energy and excitement of the Royal

Ascot experience. Sherree enjoys a

longstanding relationship

NEW SUMMER RELEASEfrom Sherree Valentine-Daines

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career, creating a beautiful scene in which

the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh are

shown walking through the historic setting

of Windsor Home Park. The painting was

commissioned as a 90th birthday gift for

Her Majesty, and Sherree was invited to

attend a private reception at Windsor Castle

to personally present it to her.

Sherree’s exquisite society paintings have

been exhibited at such prestigious venues as

the Tate Gallery, the Barbican and the Lord¹s

Museum and her unquestionable virtuosity

has made her a favourite with many celebrity

collectors including members of the British

Royal Family and former Prime Minister

Sir John Major. Last year she fulfilled one

of the most rewarding commissions of her

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Original Painting by Kris Hardy Title: St. Pauls, March

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