Gerard Hemsworth
Brief Encounter
Silkscreen Print
Image Size: 430 X 550 mm
Paper Size: 585 X 750 mm
In Brief Encounter, Hemsworth’s
cartoon-like linear image in flat synthetic colour
field immediately seems to contradict itself; the cool
subdued colours and restraint in composition feel
very adult and sophisticated, in stark contrast
with the comic strip stylisation and infantile
subject matter.
The intrigue continues as we ask ourselves, has a first kiss
just been shared, a secret whispered, or a heart broken? Hemsworth
has left the meaning for us to decide.
Take a close-up view of this piece of art.
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About the artist
Gerard Hemsworth studied at St. Martin's College from
1963-1967 and has exhibited his work internationally since the
1970s.
Initially his work was associated with the
conceptual art practices of the late 1960s/1970s, however since the
early 1980s it has expanded to include painting and printmaking. In
1995, he exhibited with the BANK (art collective). In 2000, he was
the winner of the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition Charles Wollaston
Prize.
Hemsworth is currently Director of
Postgraduate Studies in Fine Art at Goldsmiths College, University
of London.