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Michael Forrest: VentnorBlog Presents … Artist Profile
Thursday, 21st February, 2008 at 10:12 am, Isle of Wight
We’ve been raving on about Mike’s work ever since we first saw his magnificent swans at Shopping Trolley in October 2005.
Isle of Wight born artist Michael Forrest, 28, studied at Camberwell College Of Arts, London, graduating with a 2:1 BA (Hons) Degree in Graphic Design and was selected as a talent of the year 2001 in i-D Magazine, in a feature entitled ‘The Graduates’.
He’s certainly one for picking up the accolades, having been voted Student of the Year 1998, during his foundation course at Kingston University.
Whilst at college and since that time, he has exhibited his artwork both 2D and sculptural in many exhibitions, culminating last year with his first solo show at the Quay Arts Centre.
You might remember reading about the Arts & Business commission which lead to Michael creating The Catch, which is on permanent display in East Cowes. It’s a fantastic triptych in vitreous enamel.
Michael’s work is of a contemporary graphic nature, focusing on the natural world using both vinyl based paints and enamel on steel. The end result is bold and commanding yet subtle, displaying the beauty and power of the subjects found in the natural world.
Michael tells us
When I’m not creating artwork on the land, I enjoy drawing more lines in the surf, a passion that has grown since I was a nipper. A glorious union between human design and nature flowing harmoniously.
He swears that he’s not a hippy.
Come and make your judgement over this weekend (23-24 Feb) between noon and 4pm at the Bonchurch Manor Hotel.
Images © Michael Forrest
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March 28th, 2008 at 11:32 pm
Mikes artwork is tryly stunning, i should know i work with him at A J Wells.
March 29th, 2008 at 8:07 am
I see that the “official” Isle of Wight council forum has extended it’s ban on education reform discussion again.
By refusuing to clear any reform based posts all they are doing is sending a very clear message that the council is scared of open discussion on the subject. Particularly when other forums are allowing free debate.
Yes there are going to be further “consultations” but so what? If they are worried that people will take postings on here as “official” council directives then add a disclaimer.
IOW Council, Don’t gag us on important topics, you just lose what little credibililty you have left.