In a world of digital trickery and special effects it takes a true artist to conjure an illusion with a trusty paintbrush and canvas. After more than 40 years as an artist John Wilson has perfected his own take on the “reverse perspective” genre which bends the rules of physics to transform the viewer’s interpretation of objects near and far.
John D Wilson is a British born self-taught contemporary artist. His art is surreal, with most pieces viewed in 3D and containing a reverse perspective. John’s work has become highly sought after in England with many openings being sold out on the first day. John was a published artist for Washington Green who own Castle Galleries. They have many galleries throughout England. Other well-known people whose artworks they have assigned, are Bob Dylan, Ronnie Wood and Billy Connolly. He has also exhibited in Harrods London, International Convention Centre Birmingham and private galleries in Belfast, Manchester and Glasgow.
John’s paintings are not just pictures to look at, they are a visual experience that you will want to talk about, you will wonder why you are looking at a painting that gives the impression of moving while you are doing what’s become known as ‘the Wilson sway’. This new selection of original 3D effect paintings is his most ambitious yet and showcases a magician’s eye for mind-boggling apparitions.
John and his wife Linda applied for New Zealand residency in 2014 and moved to New Zealand in 2015. Prior to that they had travelled here every year since 2006, after having their three daughters and their families settle in New Zealand. They lived in Queenstown for their first 5 years as this was where one of their daughters had settled. 2019 was the year the Wilsons made their move to Omokoroa falling in love with the area on their regular visits to another daughter residing there. They had experienced our warmer climate and especially appreciated the winter temperatures, had enjoyed all that the Bay offers and chose to call it home as many of us have been fortunate enough to do as well.
To view this amazing, 3D, visually intriguing exhibition come visit the Carlton Gallery in the Arts Junction, 36 Main Road, Katikati. Opening the 27 February and running until on the 26 March. You’ll be sorry you missed it!!
Photographs don’t do this exhibition justice; you need to experience this collection with your own eyes to visually comprehend how clever this work is.
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