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Alan Bickley

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I can think of many English artists that would be my first choice, but interesting in his diversity. We seem to be in agreement on the rocky shoreline, the two small figures are perfectly positioned. The left figure could have been left out, it’s not needed here - any more prominent and it would have taken the viewers eye straight to it… not a good move!

Jenny Harris

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I also really like the tree painting you’ve selected, Paul, but I think you’ll find it’s by his father, Andrew Wyeth, whose work I prefer.  Jamie Wyeth paints a wide range of subjects, but doesn’t appear to have as distinctive a style as some of the other artists we’ve looked at.  I do, though, like some of his animal paintings.

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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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Thats a interesting sketch Alan and I do agree there are many English artists who would be my first choice .  Gavin if you Google Jamie Wyeth you will get access to a lot of his paintings, look at them and if there are any you particular like one even dislike download a copy and then add it to this thread with your comments.  Look forward to seeing your choices and it great having you join in with us , a  warm welcome from us all. 
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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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Thanks Jenny , it was  attributed to him hence my posting it thanks for the clarification. I’m really not sure of his work but will have a couple of looks as often there is something more to the artist  than is often shown straight away. I do like the three you have posted the dog in particular. 

Denise Cat

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I think his work is very interesting, in fact, I love it. Some of it has a slight sinister look to it, I noticed it with some of the animal paintings, you can't put your finger on it but when you look at the painting, something is saying, beware. I think it's a stroke of genius, when an artist can provoke a wide range of feelings when you look at their artwork. Francis Bacon, his artwork is strange but some of this artwork is so subtle in it's strangeness, it's very slight of hand. I don't really know how to explain it in art terms but I hope you get my drift. Of course, that's just some of his artwork. I love the kennedy portrait and all Jenny has posted. I had not come across this artist before and I am very impressed by his work. Whale. Pumpkinhead. Self Portrait. Giuliana and the Sunflowers. Rudolf Nureyev.

Denise Cat

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I do love that sketch Alan, I feel I need to do a line and wash of it but it would probably not be allowed due to copyright and such but what a beautiful sketch.

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You’ll be fine Denise, as long as you aren’t passing it off as the original. Give it a go if it inspires you!
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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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A really good selection Denise , I do get your drift about his work and I too find it a bit sinister that probably why I’m not sure of it yet. Love to see your interpretation of the sketch I know you will,give it your all and do a cracking job . 

Denise Cat

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In that case Alan, I will have to give it a go.  This thread brings to light so many amazing artists. Great job Paul.
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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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Thank you Denise I’m actually throughly enjoying myself to be honest . They say if at first you don’t succeed, well I tied again and found several painting well a lot more actually that I think are good paintings , saying thst I would not have then down in my top list . 
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I wonder if this artist finds having such a famous Grandfather and Father something of a poison chalice.  The grandfather, N.C. Wyeth, was a famous and brilliant illustrator.  I admire his work.  The father Andrew produced astonishing and brilliant work also.  But I think Jamie is a very fine artist in his own right.  I've heard his art described as 'ambiguous'.  Maybe it is.   I take that to mean it can't be understood, or can be interpreted in many ways.  For me that's a plus.  I like slightly oddball art, although it's not to everyone's taste.  So for me, an interesting choice.
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