David Wightman, Mark James & Yasser Claud-Ennin : Presentation at One New Change, London

DAVID WIGHTMAN

David Wightman (b. 1980, Stockport, Greater Manchester, UK) is a British painter and printmaker based in London, UK. He creates beautiful paintings and prints of fictional landscapes. The surfaces of his paintings are made from textured wallpaper collaged with a technique similar to marquetry. Colour and composition are the key aspects of his work. He studied Fine Art at Middlesex University (2001) and gained an MA in Painting from the Royal College of Art, London (2003).

David Wightman's solo exhibitions include Victorialand, Galerie de Bellefeuille, Toronto, Canada (until Tuesday 24 October 2023). New Paintings, Galerie de Bellefeuille, Montréal and Toronto, Canada (2022), Ariel, Grove Square Galleries, London (2022), My Atalanta, Long & Ryle, London (2020), In Arcadia, Duran|Mashaal Gallery, Montréal (2018), A Devotion, Someth1ng Gallery, London (2018), EMPIRE, Long & Ryle, London (2016), New paintings + Akris collaboration, Akris, 30 Old Bond Street, London (2014), Redux, 10 Gresham Street and Halcyon Gallery (2014), Hero, commission for House Arts Festival (2013), Paramour, Halcyon Gallery, London (2012), Homage to Loreleia, Berwick Gymnasium Gallery, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland (2011), Secret Name, Sumarria Lunn, London (2010), Behemoth, Cornerhouse, Manchester (2009), and Aspirations, William Angel Gallery, London (2008).

In 2010, David Wightman was awarded the Berwick Gymnasium Arts Fellowship - a six-month residency in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, funded by Arts Council England and English Heritage. In 2013, he was selected by the curator of House Arts Festival, Mariele Neudecker, to make a site-specific painting for a disused pavilion on Brighton’s seafront. The commission was funded by Arts Council England. In 2014, Wightman collaborated with the fashion label Akris for their Fall / Winter 2014/15 collection. His work has featured in Harper's Bazaar, The Guardian, Times Radio, The Telegraph, The Financial Times, The World of Interiors, BBC News, BBC London, BBC North West, and Money Week.

David Wightman lives and works in London, UK.

WEBSITE: http://www.davidwightman.net/

MARK JAMES

Mark studied Fine Art at Goldsmiths College London - birthplace of the famed ‘YBA’S’ - Artists like Damien Hirst and Sarah Lucas. Mark went on to study for his master’s in film and television at the Royal College of Art. He worked as a studio assistant to artist Sir Michael Craig-Martin for several years prior to making a number of critically acclaimed films on the arts including “FREEZE” for the BBC: The first TV documentary about Damien Hirst’s revolutionary exhibition that transformed the British art world. Further film subjects included Carl Andre, Richard Hamilton, Picasso & Matisse, Van Gogh, as well as celebrated figures from the worlds of dance, architecture, and music. Enriched by working with such a wide range of high profile artistic personalities and their work, Mark felt compelled to return to his first passion. He now divides his time between filmmaking and painting.

WEBSITE: https://www.mark-james-art.com/

YASSER CLAUD-ENNIN

Yasser Claud-Ennin is self taught multidisciplinary artist based in London, United Kingdom with work extending from visual arts, branding, fashion, product and graphic design.
Usually inspired by his wrestle with his multi-cultural heritage, his work brings together the pieces of the different nationalities and cultures, creating multifaceted paintings on antique and vintage traditional fabrics. 

His use of vibrant colours, bold lines, and intricate patterns that bring his subjects to life. Through his art, Yasser explores themes of identity, culture, and spirituality, inviting viewers to reflect on their own experiences and relationships with the world around them.

Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria and Accra, Ghana, Yasser discovered his passion for art at a young age. He was inspired by the traditional crafts and textiles of his community. As he grew older, Yasser became drawn to contemporary art and began experimenting with new techniques and styles.

Today, Yasser is recognised as one of West Africa's most promising artists, with exhibitions and collaborations across the region and beyond. His work can be found in public and private collections.

With each piece, Yasser seeks to challenge stereotypes and redefine the image of Africa in the global imagination. He believes in the power of art to spark dialogue and create positive change, and is committed to using his talent and platform to promote social justice and equality.

Whether through his vivid paintings, murals, or digital art, Yasser's work captivates and inspires. His journey as an artist is just beginning, and we can't wait to see where it takes him next.

WEBSITE: https://www.yassers.art/