Craig Gough -Mt Gaspard

Craig Gough, Works from Mt. Gaspard Studios: ‘Resonance’
May 31 - Jun 28 2014, Opening Saturday May 31st 2-4pm

Works from Mt. Gaspard Studios: ‘Resonance’

In a visual sense, ‘resonance’ occurs when strong emotions, memories and their associated images can come to mind in the presence of art works. They are often described as ‘haunting’, ‘very moving’ and ‘poignant’, or of having a certain richness or significance. The viewer may experience a kind of ‘recognition’ about the work that doesn’t rely on the subject matter that is depicted and how well it is executed, but other things very difficult to explain.

These qualities can’t be measured. Many can experience the same work and be affected (or not) in various degrees. This is often determined by what ‘baggage’ of preconceptions the viewer brings with them when looking at the works. Taste is always a subjective thing.

The subject from which most of my paintings derive is currently my garden, but this is really of little importance, except as a beginning. The big abstract ideals of colour, gesture, rhythm, energy and equilibrium have always been my concern. What counts is the power behind the work that I make from the inspiration, that aspects of some subjects can give.

The elusive nature of the act of painting is a constant challenge. For me, this is an exciting and continuous journey of discovery and I hope that some form of ‘resonance’ is present in this exhibition.

Craig Gough,
May 2014