Thinking the city in a box, Birmingham II
Second Limited Edition Collection
Unveiling our second Limited Edition collection: five exquisite giclée prints, nestled inside an original black painting box, complete with a certificate of authenticity. This collection, now enhanced with a hint of color, is a testament to artistic evolution and the ever-changing urban landscape.
Limited Edition Details:
- Limited Edition Run: Only 99 sets, each signed and numbered, ensuring exclusivity.
- Giclée Prints: Printed on 316 gsm A4 fine art cotton paper, capturing the essence of watercolor paintings.
Included Artworks:
- “Buildings”
- “Orange in Colmore”
- “Stone Galleon II”
- “35 Flodgate”
- “Brasshouse”
### The Story Behind the Collection:
A few years ago, I moved to Birmingham, a city in constant transformation. New buildings rise, old ones fall, and the cityscape evolves daily. The juxtaposition of old decadence and shiny modern glass towers creates a bizarre yet familiar arrangement, making the passage of time vividly evident.
Initially, I captured the changing city through photography and large canvas paintings. Then, I began experimenting with rain, using black ink in the studio and letting rain and gravity transform my abstract paintings unpredictably. This process led me to blend the city’s eclectic architecture with the natural elements, capturing Birmingham's dramatic essence. The rain marks on walls, weathered bricks, and the city’s ever-changing face became central to my work, reflecting a unique narrative of time and transformation.
Through my art, I uncover the extraordinary in the ordinary, blending historical reverence with contemporary dynamism. Each piece celebrates the cities that have shaped me, highlighting their vibrancy, decay, and relentless evolution.
Explore the Collection
Dive into this exclusive collection and experience the story of Birmingham through the eyes of an artist who has lived through its transformation. Each piece is not just a print but a narrative of a city’s journey, a fragment of its ever-evolving soul.
