Richard Preston

The Public Butter exhibits Richard Preston Nov 7 – Dec 4, 2008

Richard Preston is a Toronto based artist.
As a 'maker' he has consistently resisted the agenda of specialization in favour of a more holistic approach to creativity and creation, comparing his art practice to a multi-element stove top where various 'dishes' are shifted to larger or smaller burners, lesser or greater heat; a full meal rather than an extended snack.

Over time Preston has worked, and continues to work with painting, sculpture, mixed media, textile, bead, photography, printmaking, text, music and performance. His fascination with texture and shape dissolves the perceived borders traditionally thought to separate these areas of making.

A committed believer in the artificiality, and ultimately destructive nature of assumed boundaries Preston feels fortunate to be working in this epoch. His work combines the seriousness of the content with an oft times sense of mirth and an evocative sensuality, creating for the observer/participant a beckoning and welcoming environment.

Opening Reception Friday November 7^th   8:00 p.m.    Refreshments.

Blue Jay Jacket, 2003, hand woven beadwork on air cadet jacket.

Red Coleus, oil on Canvas                                 Moonflow, Beaded Military Jacket

Black Market Vintage.com

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