Simon Williams Exhibition Now On until 4 April Fri, 22 Mar 2013
Our first exhibition of 2013 features work by Auckland based, Dunedin born, Simon Williams. There's something special about the work of Dunedin born, Auckland based artist Simon Williams. A special embracing of colour, a special vision of subject matter, a special refinement of style, a brilliant mix of disciplined exuberance resulting over the years in a well established international clientele.
This long awaited solo exhibition of over thirty dazzling works, sees the artist paying attention to new subjects such as New Zealand's oldest suburb, Parnell, whilst re-visiting others. The depiction of natural scenery remains the most popular genre of art worldwide. As such, the landscapes of Simon Williams afford the viewer a vista or retreat to the natural world - something increasingly sought-after and valued in our busy everyday lives.
Simon Williams was born in Dunedin in 1961. He grew up in Mosgiel serving an apprenticeship in horticulture and landscape gardening. During the 1980s Simon lived and worked in Europe where he began painting. By 1989 he was living in Sydney and working as a self- taught professional artist, greatly influenced by the early Australian impressionist painters of the Heidelberg School. His work sold well and he won prizes and commendations at Art Society and Municipal Art shows including a first at Ryde and Parramatta Art award.
Living in Auckland since 1994 Simon exhibits annually with International Art Centre. Simon's work has featured in every edition of New Zealand's Favourite Artists and hangs in embassies and collections worldwide Including that of President Bill Clinton.
