Tessa Houghton
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Biography
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BA(hons) Fine Art - Liverpool John Moores University 1995-1998
BTEC Diploma in Foundation Art and Design Blackburn College, 1994-1995
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Statement
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East Coast Seascapes
Natural landscapes provided the inspiration for these paintings, particularly limitless horizons and the ethereal qualities of light affecting landscapes and seascapes. I wanted to express the almost meditative sense of calm evoked by the immediate surroundings. The subject matter has also provided a form of escapism that contrasts the possibilities and freedom of infinite space with the confines of city life and is part of the search for a sense of place and belonging.
One landscape holds many possibilities and perspectives. Sometimes dramatic, other times hazy and subdued. I was particularly interested in the overall effects of changing light and the idea of capturing a moment in time.
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Exhibitions
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Solo Exhibitions
2000- 2002 The Howard Francis Gallery, Stockport
2000 The Ox, Manchester
2000 Barca' Catalan Square, Manchester
1998 Wade Smith,
(head office) Colonial Chambers,
Liverpool
Group Exhibitions
1998 Liverpool John Moores Degree show, 2a Myrtle Street
Liverpool
1998 Mercedes Benz Road Range Showroom, Southport
1997 Hope Street Gallery, Liverpool
1996 2 Rodney Street Liverpool, (University offices)
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