- 2015-2018: BA (hons) Fine Art, Leeds Arts University.
I like Harland’s use of bold colours and strong lines, he has a very strong visual aesthetic, which I believe is used well when painting indoor and outdoor architectural spaces. I find a familiarity of this in my own approach to photographing architecture-centred scenes; keeping the composition simple and straightforward, using the lines and shapes within the frame to your advantage.
This work is very appealing to both artists and those that aren’t art analysts and just appreciate a nice picture, making it very sellable as it isn’t confusing or offensive, but visually interesting enough so it isn’t boring either.
While I did like the venue Cafe 164, it felt unnatural to go in to just look at the work exhibited because it is more of a place to sit with a coffee and a cake, and quietly contemplate the work. Although no one seemed to mind me not buying anything, it still felt invasive, especially when looking at work hung by an occupied table. I think this venue is excellent to sit and do work in a quiet, artistic environment, but I wish there was a little more gallery only space.
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