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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 12, 2009 16:08:17 GMT 1
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Post by Guest on Jan 12, 2009 16:36:42 GMT 1
'To Soar or Not to Soar' is my pick of the bunch, congrats to whoever pulled the trigger
i'll give the articles a read asap
all the best dale
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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 12, 2009 17:09:03 GMT 1
'To Soar or Not to Soar' is my pick of the bunch, congrats to whoever pulled the trigger i'll give the articles a read asap all the best dale Thanks Ross I'll pass on your good wishes to Dale. Chris |
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Post by Heavyconsumer on Jan 12, 2009 19:33:09 GMT 1
It's great to see a glimpse of this work. He's an artist who had so much going for his paintings at the show he did last year, yet he's still challenged himself to do something different, something in a new direction and with new disciplines included. Personally I loved the look of his work last year and that hasn't changed at all with these latest images. I'm not yet 100% decided on which body of work (this show or the last one) I prefer or feel would better endure the test of time on my wall. But the work looks great and I hope Dale continues to try new things and move forward as an artist, rather than playing it safe and stagnating as I feel many others do, as soon as they find a "profitable formula."
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Post by spiiiiiike on Jan 12, 2009 21:41:38 GMT 1
Heavyconsumer I think you have a valid point. A lot of artists do stick to a winning formula once they have found it.
I think this stuff is more gothic/darker, with a Parla twist.
Think I prefer the new stuff all in all.
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Post by Replete on Jan 12, 2009 21:59:03 GMT 1
I really like these new pieces espeically the EL Toro's use of colour and composition. I applaud any artist that tries to evolve their work by employing new styles and techniques rather than churning out the same thing again and again with minor tweaks because they consistently sell.
Picasso said most artists find their pan and begin to bake cakes all their lives. For me the prospect of being locked into one idea and method fills me with dread, as it seems like artistic death. A zombie state of shuffling through the motions destined to stagnate and become somewhat amorphous like repeating the same word over and over until it soon loses all meaning.
So my hat goes off to Dale for pushing his boundaries and peoples comfort zones with this latest work.
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Post by dotdot on Jan 12, 2009 23:26:37 GMT 1
am sure the show will go well - and like ... the title of the show... marlon brando would take his hat off - I'm sure as well.... (have a think about that one...!  ) ..as i do on occasion. |
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Post by Guest on Jan 12, 2009 23:31:54 GMT 1
The best for me by far, well done Dale. Keep it up.  |
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Post by origo on Jan 13, 2009 0:02:17 GMT 1
I agree with all the comments here, Dale has definetely pushed his work this time around, nice to see him trying new things.
Mad excited about picking up my first piece from Dale too, can´t wait to see it in the flesh.
Difficult to choose though, a killer show for sure.
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Post by martindk on Jan 13, 2009 0:04:35 GMT 1
This is some nice quality stuff - good luck with the show.
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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 13, 2009 11:14:24 GMT 1
This is some nice quality stuff - good luck with the show. Thanks for all the good wishes for the show. Dale has worked really hard and has put a lot of himself into the work, so these positive comments are really encouraging for him. Half way through hanging it at the moment and it's beginning to look really powerful. |
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Post by spiiiiiike on Jan 14, 2009 13:11:48 GMT 1
The interviews are interesting, good to get some background on the artist and the ideas behind the pictures.
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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 14, 2009 20:03:25 GMT 1
Last reminder (I promise) for tomorrows private view. Looking like it's going to be busy. Very little else on at the moment it seems. Will be great to see you all tomorrow  |
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Post by origo on Jan 14, 2009 20:07:35 GMT 1
Wish I could go, but being a bit far away kinda makes it impossible.
Good luck with the show Chris and Dale, looking forward to seeing some photos.
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Post by coach on Jan 14, 2009 20:28:14 GMT 1
Good luck with this show. The new pieces look superb.
Great work as always Dale.
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Post by jfury on Jan 15, 2009 9:48:46 GMT 1
so who's going?...I will be heading down to Bricklayers for a pint then onto the show!
See you there.
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Post by jfury on Jan 15, 2009 16:21:29 GMT 1
anyone else?
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Post by Replete on Jan 15, 2009 18:29:53 GMT 1
I'd definately go if I was in London but get some photos Fury and post em up so I can see what I missed.
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Post by origo on Jan 16, 2009 11:49:03 GMT 1
So, did anybody go to this show? Any photos?
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Post by urbancowboy on Jan 16, 2009 12:04:27 GMT 1
I went to the show but didnt take any pictures, i doubt they would be as good as the images on the website if I did. But the space looked really good.
A lot of works were already sold, roughly half I would guess by the time I left after an hour.
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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 16, 2009 12:09:12 GMT 1
So, did anybody go to this show? Any photos? Was a really good busy evening. Was hoping to take some photos but was too busy chatting to people. Graphotism came though and one of their photographers took loads of photos as they are going to do a piece about the show. I'll see if we can get some from them and post them on here. Art Review also came and will be reviewing the show. The feedback to me about the show was incredibly positive. It looks amazing! Thanks to all those who came and gave their support. |
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Post by origo on Jan 16, 2009 12:19:36 GMT 1
Sounds like it was a great show, wish I could´ve been there.
Congrats with the success guys.
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Post by Ben Slow on Jan 16, 2009 19:41:53 GMT 1
cant wait to get down and see this on sunday!
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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 16, 2009 20:51:52 GMT 1
Unfortunately the gallery isn't open on Sunday. Tuesday to Saturday, 12 noon - 6pm.
Hope to see you some time.
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Post by dotdot on Jan 16, 2009 22:52:50 GMT 1
We checked the show out last night.
Some fantastic images... as you all know
Images on a web site give you one thing - images
on a wall in a gallery or at home in context are a
totally different situation.
Several new directions for Dale - larger imposing
at times / intense in others.
If you get the chance people - check this one out.
Caught up with both Dale and Chris - Dale was a
true gent - plenty of ideas and total enthusiasm... and
Chris keen on giving us a bit of history to boot.
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Post by Heavyconsumer on Jan 22, 2009 6:58:44 GMT 1
more pretty pictures please!
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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 22, 2009 21:36:38 GMT 1
more pretty pictures please! Will be putting some pics of the opening and of the show tomorrow. Dale is working on a big piece on the wall (formerly painted superbly by Replete) just outside the gallery. Should be finished tomorrow. Pic of that too. |
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Post by Signal Gallery on Jan 23, 2009 14:14:22 GMT 1
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Post by origo on Jan 23, 2009 14:44:57 GMT 1
Great pictures, the show looks nothing less than stunning!
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Post by hellothere on Jan 23, 2009 15:50:59 GMT 1
Great pictures, the show looks nothing less than stunning! nice one, looking forward to seeing what he does outside too. |
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