Warm welcome to the opening of James Tottman’s exhibition ‘Before the light fades’ on Thursday, 6 August, from 17 to 21 💙

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“In a world shaped by complexity and noise, I choose to focus on simplicity, subtle sensations, and the moments when we simply exist.”

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The exhibited series of James’s luminous figurative oil paintings is about the fleeting moments of joy in life, introduced through natural light and his signature flowing lines. His art is inspired by memories both deeply personal yet universally familiar, such as the scent of freshly-cut grass, the first few notes of a song we love, or the warmth of the morning sun. Simple but evocative memories that we all know and cherish that are yet often overlooked in a world full of seemingly more important noise.

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James Tottman (b.1986) is a British artist best known for his figurative oil paintings with distinctive flowing lines and a strong sense of human presence. Born in Watford, England, he studied Animation and worked as a Visual Effects Artist on major film productions, including Harry Potter. After relocating to Finland in 2013, his work at Remedy Entertainment deepened his interest in Surrealism. Returning to painting during the Covid-19 lockdowns, James embraced oil painting following the profound influence of Edvard Munch’s work. 

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The exhibition is on view from 6.8 till 16.8. Our doors are open Tue-Sat 14-18 and Sun 13-17. Free entry. Warm welcome.