Born in Essex, I was fortunate to grow up with, (and into) the Punk Rock scene of the late 70s and 80s. A more fantastic and creative time could not be found than the scene that centred around The Castle pub in Brentwood. Everyone was either in a band, writing, painting, photographing, or performing in some way.
I'd always enjoyed drawing and painting, right from an early age (what kid doesn't like drawing?!! – probably those who spend all day long on an X-Box). But life being as it is, I grew up and found less and less time to paint. But I never lost the creative urge - or the need to make a statement – but instead this manifested in me playing in bands and writing songs.
I spent many years in bands and working in the music industry – but still found a small amount of time for painting and drawing for pleasure and also for band promotional material (covers, T-shirts, posters etc.). But unless you’re the Rolling Stones, you can’t go on forever (and can somebody tell them that, please) and as I grow older, the time and creative energy I once used for songwriting I now channel into painting.
I have always had a great interest in the preservation of nature and a particular interest in the Native American beliefs - living in harmony with the world and creatures around us (but you can keep the tacky, hippy, rubbish you find in "spiritual" gift shops!). As a result, much of my art draws inspiration from the energy of nature - being in a forest or by the sea makes me want to capture that energy in paint. I'm also a believer of the idea that the greatest curves in nature are those of a woman's body!
But the 'punk rocker' is still there inside me – along with the need to make a statement. We all see natural habitats being destroyed at an alarming rate, and through my art I'd also want people to think about what war-zones we're making of this planet. At war with eachother, and with nature.
I'm currently involved with the Art Asylum gallery in Weymouth where you can view a few of my works. It's housed in the quirky Brewers Quay Emporium in Hope Square by Weymouth harbour. A great place to spend an hour or two. Why not drop by, check it out, and visit the gallery?
I hope you like what you see.
If you're interested in my works, or my ideas, please do not hesitate to contact me. I'm very friendly and I'd love to hear from you.
Vince Elliott - Dorset, 2014.
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