Steve Smith Studio

About "Still Life: Artist Commissions and more"

Artists:

Benjamin Newton: 

Ben Newton makes work that draws on a plethora of visual and conceptual influences. Elements of classic design or modernism are reconfigured with slight interventions, that give them a sometimes almost imperceptible conceptual shift. The appropriation of iconic works - Josef Albers, Bridget Riley, Art & Language etc. - goes beyond mere homage and draws the viewer into a closer engagement and looking - they reveal deeper layers of reading. These may deal with the human condition and our sense of preservation of the exalted or taxonomies of display. 

Allan Watson:

Allan Watson completed a practice-led PhD that focused on chance and decision making within the creative process. Between 1994 and 2016 Allan taught sculpture at Gray’s School of Art, during which time he held various roles including Course Leader for Sculpture and Head of Fine Art. Throughout his academic career, Allan continued with his art practice, participating in a wide range of projects including exhibitions, public art commissions, artist-in-residence schemes, and international workshops. Allan is a Trustee on the Board of Grampian Hospitals Art Trust as well as Chair of their Arts Advisory Group. He is also a Director on the Board of Peacock Visual Arts. 

www.allanwatsonartist.co.uk

Peter Baxter, (maker, builder and creator): concreatecopperandwood

Peter is essentially a highly skilled maker and master of many trades. He can apply his skills in many disciplines and utilize various materials, often collaboratively to produce stunning commercial product. In 2019, along with Allan Watson, he founded Deemouth Artist Studios based in Torry, which now has a community of around 35 artists, designers and makers.