Daniel Shipton
British
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In his works, Shipton seeks to uncover the gem-like quality that can be found in the everyday items that surround us, the things that, when we were a child, held such a magical aura. To emphasise this aspect, he presents his subjects in a realistic manner yet simultaneously gives them a surrealist quality by playing with scale and perspective. This seemingly contradictory approach is a recurring theme throughout his work.
In doing so, he is asking the viewer one fundamental question: “How do you view the world?”
After having worked in painting for many years, Daniel Shipton discovered coloured pencil. This new technique enabled the artist to execute his works with a certain detailed precision, whilst showcasing the full potential of this unusual medium which is often overlooked in the context of fine art.
In doing so, he is asking the viewer one fundamental question: “How do you view the world?”
After having worked in painting for many years, Daniel Shipton discovered coloured pencil. This new technique enabled the artist to execute his works with a certain detailed precision, whilst showcasing the full potential of this unusual medium which is often overlooked in the context of fine art.
