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21st Century Maverick- an artist's statement
I was born in Liverpool, attended the same school as Paul McCartney and George Harrison, and went to the same Art School as John Lennon and Stuart Sutcliffe.
I'm told that pre-Hamburg, the Beatles (and Gerry and the Pacemakers)rehearsed every Wednesday afternoon in my Nan's parlour.
In 1994, I relocated to Wales where I currently live and work. I worked (on and off) with Jamie Reid (Sex Pistols graphic designer) for almost twenty years, as his assistant and exhibition designer, and now concentrate on my own artworks.
My current preoccupations include exploring the notions cultural identity, and social commentary on issues ranging from national and world events, to concerns about climate change. Amongst society's relics, flags, targets and consumer design comprise the elements of my most recent works.
Nostalgia for a future yet to come? Nostalgia is not what it used to be. I want to create a new ‘Pop’ or ‘folk’ art that will resonate with those who would not normally visit galleries.
You don't need a Degree to decide whether-or-not you like them, and that is how it should be. Humour is an integral element within the works, as is music, and they have far more in common with the painters of barge ware than with the ‘art’ of my contemporaries; I can fit in anywhere, but belong nowhere.
Oil paintings, collages, printmaking, assemblages and the written word are the means of my expression, and all can be found within this site.
I have exhibited in many countries including South Korea, USA and Japan, and have a keen interest in many types of works, ranging from classical Western Renaissance, advertising materials, and everyday items from prehistory.
I also accept commissions from bands, record companies and other clients.
Latest news
Covid Creativity Exhibition
08-05-2025 Brian is showing his 'Covid stickers' as part of the CCE group show at the Qube gallery, Oswestry. The exhibition opened on Tuesday 6th May and runs until Tuesday 10th June. The stickers were part of Brian's mischief during lockdown. Taking their cue from dr.d (he's quoted Brian before now) a series of stickers were placed around the town to raise a smile and make people think for themselves. A number of these have been have been framed together for the show.Oli Bennett Secret Postcard Sale
08-05-2025 Brian has been asked to contribute to this year's bi-annual Secret Postcard Sale for the Oli Bennett Charitable Trust. A worthy cause that helps young people, the artist is pleased to be taking part again as he could not participate in the last due to health reasons. The sale takes place on Thursday 19th June; check (anti)social media for updates.What's Going On?
08-05-2025 It's been a while since there's been any posting but I've been busier than ever. Saturday November 30th: this saw the opening of oriel Awen gallery in mid Wales. We formed an artists' collective, took on an empty building and set-up a gallery! I've been showing and curating the exhibitions (now on our fourth show) Awen can be found on Insta (@orielawengallery) and Facebook (orielawengallery) The above are the new accounts as we got hacked. In our first five months we've been on the radio twice and the TV once; come along and have a look. Awen, Glasgow House, Narrow street, Llanfyllin, Powys, SY22 5BUZip It Up And Start Again
28-09-2024 Brian's "Zip It Up And Start Again"screen print which was part of the "Printmaking From Beyond The Edge" portfolio is being shown as part of the "Prints From Around The World" exhibition. This takes place between January and February 2025 at the lberson Fine Arts Center at Salem Academy and College, Salem Academy & College Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, USA.