Didcot show for Lambourn artist

As a proud owner of a piece of work by Lambourn artist David H Jones, with whom I have curated many an exhibition, it was great to see he has a new gallery show at Didcot, writes arts editor Trish Lee.

Inspired by the changing palette of the seasons or light of day, David’s contemplative process of repetitive mark making and over-painting creates colourful and richly textured surfaces to uplift and enliven your spirits.

He says: “During our waking hours the wonder of seeing consumes our visual sense. What we delight in is often the simple momentary observation of something that catches our eye.

“ It may be blossom on foliage, the burst of morning light, reflections on rippling water... etc.

“Recalling these delights is often the starting point for my painting.

“With a notion about a combination of colours I produce small ‘colour sketch’ paintings to explore ideas.

“Larger paintings follow with a build-up of random daubs to induce creative feedback. A process is then set in motion with patterns and illusions of space emerging as hues combine or conflict, rhythmically advance or retreat.

“When all this resolves itself, the painting is complete.’

With his roots in Merseyside, David studied painting at Bristol before settling in Lambourn, where his studio overlooks the Downs.

His is a household mindful of spiritual wellbeing, his wife Judith being a well-known local yoga teacher for many years.

Catch Colour Fusions: paintings by David H Jones at the Cornerstone Gallery, Didcot. The show continues to April 26. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.