Artist Alison Thomas

Education

1992-96 Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, BDes (Hons)

Exhibitions

RGI Annual Exhibition 2010

Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine 2010 (Solo Show)

Resipole Gallery, Argylle 2010

Blairmore Gallery, Dunoon 2010 (Two person show)

North Ayrshire Annual Open Arts Exhibition 2010

Merchant Gate Gallery, Glasgow 2010

Loch Green House Charity Event, Troon 2010

RGI Annual Exhibition 2009

Blairmore Gallery, Dunoon 2009

Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine 2009 (Two person show)

The Gallery, Stewarton 2009

The Gallery, Troon 2009

Resipole Gallery, Argylle 2009

North Ayrshire Open Arts Exhibition 2009

Glasgow Art Fair 2008

Cambridge Art Fair 2008

Art Exposure Gallery, Glasgow 2007

Malcolm Sargeant House Charity Event, Prestwick 2007

Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine 2004 (Solo show)

Artist’s Statement

I am attracted to the bright colours, patterns and characters associated with the circus. They recall magical memories I have of visiting the circus as a child and my excitement when the circus came to town. I particularly loved seeing the horses - beautiful animals which have always appeared in my artwork. However, I am also interested in looking past the very flamboyant and glamorous surface and connecting with a deeper meaning. The performers represent to me people of today’s hectic society, constantly rushing around, juggling various jobs and going round and round in circles, but also sometimes just enjoying life. The horses symbolize hard work and independence, the elephants endurance and strength. I paint in acrylic and often include various textures and materials.