October 23, 2006
Vivid colours and the essence of nature inform the Artist's work subliminally in a style that may remind the viewer of Patrick Heron, in this selection of Berrett's abstract paintings. The bold dynamic interactions of shapes on the canvas, made with the texture of the brush stroke still evident, links the viewer directly to the Artist's connection with the elements. Alison Lilley Berrett states she at times immerses herself in severe weather to capture the force of nature for her art. Walks in Port Meadow and Christ Church gardens are cited as more pleasant ways of gaining inspiration. Berrett beautifully translates the bright blossoms of a College garden in Summer time into an exciting abstract format.
This brand new exhibiting space that is the 'O3 gallery' leads the visitor from Oxford Castle eateries through to the old prison exercise yard, via a flagstone floor and painted stone walls. At the base of the gallery's contemporary spiral steps is Berrett's earlier work. A folder containing figurative work shows a deep fascination with the sea (the Artist grew up near the coast) and evidence of great skill using charcoal to sketch portraits. Berrett displayed at the 2004 Oxford Show at Modern Art Oxford and currently works at the Ark-T Centre. Her work can be viewed online at www.alisonlilleyberrett.co.uk
This brand new exhibiting space that is the 'O3 gallery' leads the visitor from Oxford Castle eateries through to the old prison exercise yard, via a flagstone floor and painted stone walls. At the base of the gallery's contemporary spiral steps is Berrett's earlier work. A folder containing figurative work shows a deep fascination with the sea (the Artist grew up near the coast) and evidence of great skill using charcoal to sketch portraits. Berrett displayed at the 2004 Oxford Show at Modern Art Oxford and currently works at the Ark-T Centre. Her work can be viewed online at www.alisonlilleyberrett.co.uk