Colin Madgwick

Welcome, and thankyou for viewing my profile. I'm an Australian artist of 19 years' experience, working mainly in oils, but not averse to dabbling in other media occasionally. I like to deal with a variety of subjects - the sea and coastal scenery, retro still life, transport, and figure studies, to name a few. Attention to detail and a quality finish are important to me - sometimes too much so! (I'm sure psychologists could diagnose a hopelessly obsessive personality through my work...).
The painting knife is my tool of choice, for its versatility and the texture it imparts. During a typical project, I'd spend about 40% of the time on planning and composition, 40% painting freely, and 20% wiping off and repainting. Occasionally, I'll finish a piece without any revisions, which is a very pleasant experience indeed!
What inspires me? A chance split-second glimpse of something from an unusual angle, an unexpected change in the light, or the renewal of hope after a bad day...
Thanks again for reading my profile,
Kind Regards, Colin Madgwick.

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, 1991.

2017, Australian Artist Magazine Challenge No. 67, Seascapes Rivers, and Lakes, Finalist.
2010, "Perth After Dark", solo exhibition, Linton and Kay Fine Art Galleries, Perth, Western Australia.
2009, "Perth Art Deco by Night", solo exhibition, Linton and Kay Fine Art Galleries, Perth, Western Australia.
2007, "Modern Australian Landscapes", joint exhibition with various artists, Linton and Kay Fine Art Galleries, Perth, Western Australia.
2005, "Summer", joint exhibition with Arturo Cruz, Linton and Kay Fine Art Galleries, Perth, Western Australia.
2003, 2nd Prize, City of Stirling Art Awards and Exhibition, Perth, Western Australia.
2002, Highly Commended, City of Stirling Art Awards and Exhibition, Perth, Western Australia.
2001, 2nd Prize, Australian Artist Magazine Challenge No. 3, Seascapes Rivers, and Lakes.
2001, Award of Merit, Perth Royal Show Art Exhibition, Perth, Western Australia.