BA (Hons) Fine Art: Painting
Process is at the core of my practice, creating highly structured and carefully rendered artworks composed from a system of thought. The mathematically informed discoveries are realised and then revealed through an abstract visual dialogue. Through the use of various materials I create the optical explorations which combine both the movement of physical form and colour. I view my practice as a journey, with a new generation of ideas being conceived through the act of making and drawing (see studies). My previous works, along with numerous working drawings are the story behind the fabrication of future constructions. Using the act of making as a form of discovery illustrates the importance of working manually, rejecting the notion of mechanical procedures. The element of play present within the production process is coherent with the incorporation of wit in the titles of certain pieces. Often sitting between two and three-dimensional forms, the constructions frequently enforce an active response from the viewer, with perception being a focal point of the inquiries pursued. Website: www.jacktannerart.com E-mail: mail@jacktannerart.com