Still lifes and natural forms

Barry Patterson: still lifes

Driven by his passion for painting, Barry takes a contemporary approach to traditional subjects. Working in oils and with a palette knife, cloths and sponges as well as brushes, his paintings are a mixture of observation and spontaneous response, looking to explore the subtle shifts between form and abstraction.

Tom Smith : sculpture

Drawing from shapes and patterns found in nature; macro and micro, architecture and other design fields, Tom enjoys enhancing the sensuous quality of wood, favouring flowing forms and naturally textured surfaces inviting touch.