The broad spectrum of fine art and illustration
Wilson's Art
The primary goal for WILSON is to create images with one idea in mind – to bring a sense of pleasure to the viewer, whether it is peace or joy or stillness. Doing that in these stressful times, creating places where people can go and hide from a crazy world is the most important thing WILSON can accomplish as an artist.
His artworks cover a diverse range of everyday subjects though there are a few that are quite distinctive; dramatic arrays of brilliantly colored flowers and vases, spectacular light and pattern. Regardless of the subject matter, the results are paintings rich with dramatic content and intense color, with a luminous and sometimes whimsical quality. When pressed to describe his style, WILSON suggests that at times he creates a sort of “Humorous Modern Art,” but adds that the search to label his work often constrains him, so he prefers that each viewer define his art by what they see in it. As his personal vision guides him through each painting, he asks that the viewer allow their own emotions to guide them through the experience of enjoying the artwork.
WILSON has his artwork represented in the United States, England,
Europe, Italy, Malaysia, and more recently in the land that he loves,
and in which he finds great inspiration, New Zealand. WILSON has
followed his passion for music and love of art in a semi recluse state
for a number of years, but recently WILSON was encouraged to
accept an invitation to be the 'Artist in Residence' at the Royal Mulu
Resort in Sarawak, Borneo. He spent a year (2009) in Mulu painting
a wide variety of iconic art. Wilson has now returned to New Zealand
to continue with his much loved artistry.
Wilson was born in Scotland in 1945.
WILSON the artist
If you follow the art that Wilson creates you will find a wide range of subjects. There are many illustrations that show a very strong sense of humour.