New works by virtuosic oil painter Ken Faulks enliven Coast Collective Art Centre May, 2012.
Recent paintings from Ken’s road trip through BC and Alberta complement his local landscapes and abstractions. Artist in attendance at majestic Havenwood mansion. Mercurio Gallery presents Ken Faulks at Coast Collective Art Centre.
Recent paintings from Ken’s road trip through BC and Alberta complement his local landscapes and abstractions. Artist in attendance at majestic Havenwood mansion. Mercurio Gallery presents Ken Faulks at Coast Collective Art Centre.
Ken Faulks is a full-time visual artist with a background in graphic design.
In 1989, Ken began to paint outside - en plein air. He quickly grew skilled at painting in natural settings under various conditions. Using energetic brush strokes and thick impasto paint, the artist skillfully captures the essence of a scene. Back in his studio, he often translates these compact pieces into larger works. In 1992, Ken began to abstract landscapes, interiors and still life subjects. Inventive and flexible, he also produces lush abstract images using digital media. www.kenfaulks.com
Over the years, Ken’s painting colleagues have included well-respected local artists:
Andrew Wooldridge, Philip Mix and Adam Noonan.
Adam Noonan, who paints street scenes in Victoria, often works with Ken. Adam calls Ken “an expert colourist” who is able to see and record subtleties of shading. “Ken’s brushstrokes of many colours may look effortless,” he says, “but require great skill and experience.” Adam, who has background in brokerage, believes Ken’s paintings are a good investment. www.adamnoonan.com
When Andy Wooldridge first painted with Ken in 1989, he discovered an extremely able and talented artist. “Ken’s paintings are very gestural,” says Andy, “full of lively, dynamic movement.” According to Andy, Ken has good hand-eye coordination and drafting skills. These assist his remarkable ability to put down an image. www.andywooldridge.com
Philip Mix describes his friend as an authentic and original artist with great natural talent. “Ken has a fine sense of interpretation and an attuned sense of colour,” says Philip. Philip revers Ken’s ability to see and hold a mood and image while painting in changing conditions. Confident, Ken stays focused and gives you what he sees. www.philipmix.com
Andrew Wooldridge, Philip Mix and Adam Noonan.
Adam Noonan, who paints street scenes in Victoria, often works with Ken. Adam calls Ken “an expert colourist” who is able to see and record subtleties of shading. “Ken’s brushstrokes of many colours may look effortless,” he says, “but require great skill and experience.” Adam, who has background in brokerage, believes Ken’s paintings are a good investment. www.adamnoonan.com
When Andy Wooldridge first painted with Ken in 1989, he discovered an extremely able and talented artist. “Ken’s paintings are very gestural,” says Andy, “full of lively, dynamic movement.” According to Andy, Ken has good hand-eye coordination and drafting skills. These assist his remarkable ability to put down an image. www.andywooldridge.com
Philip Mix describes his friend as an authentic and original artist with great natural talent. “Ken has a fine sense of interpretation and an attuned sense of colour,” says Philip. Philip revers Ken’s ability to see and hold a mood and image while painting in changing conditions. Confident, Ken stays focused and gives you what he sees. www.philipmix.com
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