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John Simpson Willow Ink and charcoal on paper Signed on Verso 10 x 15cm (3¾ x 5¾ in.) This lot has been curated by AOAP About John Simpson's prints and drawings fuse image meaning and medium to explore our relationship with the natural world. The process and examination of drawing is at the core of his practice. Often abandoning the control of the studio and working with public collaborators, he embraces an element of chaos and the natural mutations which occur in printmaking. This symbiotic process is one way in which his work looks to biology to explore our relationship with nature. The frequent use of natural materials like earth and wood reflects both the subject and the wild nature of these works. John's latest drawings and prints have their origins in a time spent exploring local woodlands with his young twin daughters whilst seeking refuge from their city apartment. These works evolved from being continuously immersed in this environment. The process and materials directly relate to the physicality and texture of these hidden spaces. He has exhibited at major UK institutions as well as internationally with solo exhibitions in London, Los Angeles and Sao Paulo. He has led interactive printmaking and drawing projects at Spike Island, Bristol and at Tate Modern in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Education 1995 - 1998: Cambridge School of Art, BA Hons 1994 - 1995: University of Gloucestershire, Foundation Art Select Exhibitions/Awards 13 June - 20 August 2023: Summer Exhibition - Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1 17 April - 21 April 2019: The Museum as Ecosystem; Interactive drawing for Tate Exchange - Tate Modern, London 28 February - 3 March 2019: Hepworth Wakefield Print Fair - Hepworth Wakefield, Yorkshire 2 February - 4 February 2018: Mitosis; Interactive Cellular Printing for Tate Exchange - Tate Modern, London 31 May - 10 June 2013: John Simpson Dream and Metamorphosis - Hoxton Gallery, London E2 27 April 2013: Brit Week - John Simpson Beverly Hills Gallery, Los Angeles 21 November - 20 December 2008: John Simpson - O Contemporary, 193 Wardour Street, London W1 3 July - 14 August 2008: John Simpson - Galeria Choque Cultural, Rua Joao Moura, 997, Sao Paulo, Brazil Statement about AOAP Submitted Artwork These drawings examine a sensation of complete immersion in the natural landscape. Working at a postcard scale was a fascinating exercise in how very diverse marks can be made at a scale many times smaller than in my regular practice. You must not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit any works. In doing so, you endanger our relationships with artists, and directly jeopardise the charitable work we do.