Aspire Gallery is proud to announce the 2018 Exhibition of Michael Cawdrey, Evocative Imagery.

Some may know Michael for his ability to depict light and reflections, others know him for his incredible technical ability. For this exhibition, however, Michael wished to illustrate something equally important to him as technique – his emotional response to the subjects he chooses to paint.

“My aim is to communicate to the viewer the underlying reason why I paint: a reason that goes far beyond the academic considerations of composition, colour and tonal contrast. They are merely devices employed to convey a message.
{For this exhibition}, I wish to explore a range of emotions, from the nostalgia and security of a warm, sunny landscape to the restless bustle of city scenes.”

On the last day of the exhibition, Saturday 22 September, Michael will also be hosting an informal Artist Talk. Pop by from 2:00–4:00 pm for a chance to hear the stories behind the works on shows, as well as tips and tricks about his painting practice. Michael will also be providing a quick demonstration using Liquitex products!

Also as part of the exhibition, Michael is looking at donating 20% of his proceeds of the sale of ‘Watching The Passing Parade’ to Homeless Connect – an initiative of The Council of Capital City Lord Mayors which offers assistance to people experiencing homelessness.