The Sound of Silence VIII Print

About the Artist: An art maker for almost two decades, studied with the Julian Ashton Art School Sydney, one of the most influential art schools in Australia and now based in Singapore. Paton is considered a purist painter with a foundation in traditional, classical art techniques. Still, he chooses to work in a highly abstracted manner across the mediums of encaustic painting, drawing, photography, new, and mixed media. An artist that takes great joy in creating impactful visual compositions, with a sustained interest in form and colour, his work draws upon the traditional techniques of painting, in particular minimalism and abstract expressionism, but is also influenced by contemporary design, social commentary, and above all, the emotional impact of music. Using colour as a vehicle, his work triggers emotional responses through both sophisticated and playful palettes.