Dean Melbourne is a painter who explores the human need or desire to escape reality, whether in the cynical re-contextualising of fashion “idols” or the romantic staging in his figurative landscapes. He is an avid collector of images that he finds seductive. Working from a variety of sources he appropriates these images, reflects on them, edits and re casts them to reflect his own pre- occupations. The result is a new image or narrative that can be understood in its own right. The viewer has the choice to examine the symbolism of the components and challenge the image, or simply to indulge in the beauty and escape found therein.
Dean Melbourne graduated with a BA(Hons) Painting from the University of Wolverhampton in 1999. He has exhibited nationally including the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in 2009 and 2010 and is currently represented by Debut Contemporary Gallery in London.
“The importance of drawing in my practice, and the role that drawing plays within the working process of BPN Architects, has led to this exhibition that demonstrates our ongoing dialogue exploring the value of drawing and the hand made mark.
BPN have consistently shown a commitment to working alongside artists both on projects and in the exhibition of works within their offices. Through a re-introduction to life drawing I have worked with the team to re-engage with drawing on a fundamental level. This exhibition within their working space, my first solo show, presents my latest works on paper alongside site specific pieces that explore the status and power of drawing.”
This will be Dean's first ever solo show and the private view event will be taking place on 16th September. If you'd like to come along, please sign up using the online booking system: http://deanmelbourneatthree.eventbrite.com/
The exhibition will be running until December and will be available for viewing during office hours from Monday 19th September 2011. If you'd like to come and take a look, please drop us a line first to let us know you're coming.