As a visual artist I am intrigued by the natural world and my desire to create is fuelled by a strong fascination with things I witness. The images that emerge focus primarily on personal observations of nature relevant to my surroundings and experiences.
Exploration in the imagery is achieved with attention to the composition and focusing my concentration on elements such as line, shape, texture, colour and value.
These works on paper are derived from a variety of surfaces that employ several types of printmaking techniques that include serigraph, relief block, intaglio plate and photopolymer gravure. Each one presents its own set of challenges that have forced me to think, learn from and see beyond my own limitations.
Brian Holden
THIS IS AN ARCHIVE SITE AND WILL NOT BE UPDATED. MY NEW WEBSITE CAN BE FOUND HERE.
For an understanding of the creative process, and images of newest works,
visit my blog at My Printmaking Journey.
You can also view images at PictureTrail.
Upcoming exhibitions:
Water Mark
A trio venture that explores the idea of fresh water in the environment using various hand printing disciplines. Featuring works on paper by Gerard Brender a Brandis, Lucinda Jones and Brian Holden.
Opens Sunday Jan. 17 (2 - 4 pm) and runs until April 4, 2010.
Gallery Stratford, 54 Romeo St. Stratford Ontario. Phone 519.271.5271 Gallery Stratford
Wilderness
A solo exhibition of hand printed images that examines habitats and landscapes found in Northwestern Ontario.
Opens Sat. June 5 (noon - 3 pm) and runs until June 26, 2010.
Pictograph Gallery, Voyageur Mall, Lower Level, 115 Main Street, Atikokan Ontario
Phone 807.597.4344 Atikokan Pictograph Gallery
Brian Holden is an artist who resides in the port city of Thunder Bay, located on the north shore of Lake Superior in Ontario, Canada. He challenges his creative self in exploring a variety of media, including print-making, acrylic painting, watercolour, photography, and mixed media. His work often highlights the beauty of nature, with a focus on the landscape of Northwestern Ontario, a region near and dear to him. In addition to his original art works and art card reproductions, Brian has done a bit of freelance graphic design and illustration work.
Could a greater miracle take place than for us to look through each other's eyes for an instant?
