Colours of the brain - Silver
During the anti-racism movement of 2020, I felt moved to do more than just post a solitary black square on whatever social media outlet and then claim to have done something meaningful. My opinion of race has always been guided by MLK’s colour-blind mindset, where skin colour is of no relevance and content of character is what reigns supreme.
In the creative process, I found a quote by Nigerian poet, Michael Bassey Johnson, who said ‘I don’t fancy colours of the face, I’m always attracted to colours of the brain.’ It was this passage that connected to me and influenced the piece.
One of my first pieces reimagined with every aspect originally hand-rendered, from the hearts, hair to the halftones.
Art specifications
- 420 x 460 mm
- Printed on South Bank course 310 gsm
- 1 Colour screenprint
- Hand-applied details on the cheek and lips in silver, making every print unique
- Signed and numbered
- Edition of 8
Techniques used
This piece of art is a hand-pulled screen print. Screen printing, a captivating art form, involves meticulous craftsmanship, creating unique, hand-finished prints. Each piece, a limited edition, offers exclusivity, individuality, and tangible craftsmanship. The method's precision and the artist's personal touch contribute to the print's exceptional quality and collectible nature. Owning a screen print becomes not just a purchase but an investment in a rare, aesthetically pleasing piece of art that reflects the artist's dedication and expertise, making it a valuable addition to any art collection.
What they say
B. HepworthEdit Gallery‘James has a fun, honest and energetic approach in his work whilst taking care to maintain a technical style of painting. This juxtaposition of attitude and technique lead to intriguing works that we love talking about in the gallery’
J. FrancoisElectric Gallery‘James has quickly established himself as one of the UK’s sought-after print artists. His limited edition prints have been very popular and his technique of using half-tone really brings his works to life.’
M. SpendiffArt Republic'his innovative take on contemporary art and approach consistently excites and engages the vibrant Art Republic community'
S. CurranTotally Biblical'James' artworks have been an instant hit here at Totally Biblical Gallery, his work takes an exciting look at popular culture which our customers really identify with.'
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