I'm just a Yorkshireman who's mad about colour.
But I’m based in Cambridge these days, without a valley in sight.
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I graduated from the University for the Creative Arts with an Upper Second Class (2:1) BA Hons Painting in 2024. ​​
Paul Butterworth artist in his studio January 2024 © Josh Butterworth
Artist Statement
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My subject is joy... I want my paintings to go out into the world and make your soul sing. I work directly onto the canvas creating a visual villanelle or colour symphony. My work has structure, it is composed, but it is also free and in the moment.
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I 'see' colour as a material to be sculpted into subconscious meaning. Colour is physical, visceral, and ever changing.
Competitions, Prizes & Awards
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(2024) The Graduate Art Show - Finalist
(2024) Beep Painting Biennial - Long Listed
(2024) GreenwichArt Investment Abstract - Best in show
Galleries and Exhibitors
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I am always open to opportunities to exhibit (on commission) so if you think my work might be a good fit please contact me. ​
CV as downloadable Word document: