01 Work of Art, Marine Paintings - With Footnotes, #234

John Lovett (1953 - ) 

Down River 

Oil on board 

43.5 x 58.5cm

Private collection

John Lovett was born in Cooma, NSW, Australia in 1953, and studied at the National Art School, Newcastle, Australia. He has been painting professionally since 1979.

John works in oils, acrylics, watercolor, and mixed media. As John states: "For me, the unpredictability and uncontrollable nature of watercolor make it the most exciting and expressive medium of all. This, plus the fact that it is quick, clean and portable, got me in thirty years ago and my enthusiasm has been growing ever since." 

John's paintings express an emotional depth that makes his work distinctive. While most of his work depicts to some extent, places or objects, the real subject is always less tangible - an idea or sound, a time of day or a momentary incident. This unique interpretation of his subject has a vitality that is enhanced by his use of light, color and strong sense of design.

John travels extensively throughout Australia and overseas. His travels have taken him to Italy, France, England, Ireland, Asia and the USA; providing him with new inspiration for his work. The different light and atmosphere, plus the strong undertones of history, culture and architecture, have provided a catalyst for new images.  

Since commencing his career John has held over thirty solo exhibitions and taken part in many joint ones. John's work is represented in numerous collections in Australia, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia and USA. More on John Lovett 

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