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John Wright with Chaos Flower.
Leigh artist John Wright will open his first solo exhibition, Chaos Flower, at the Foundation Gallery & Arts Hub in Leigh this month.
John says the show is named after one of the major works in the show – a painting on board using acrylics and pencil.
“I thought it was an apt name because it’s been such a mental year. It’s all about finding beauty in chaos,” he says.
John says the title might also refer to the chaotic nature of the show, with more than 50 paintings and drawings of all kinds.
The show comprises entirely new works that have been produced this year.
John says he tries to avoid labelling his art, but the term “pop surrealism” might be enough to give people a general idea of the nature of the work.
He has been painting since he was a child and his works have featured in numerous exhibitions alongside other artists.
His regular work involves graphic design for websites.
John says it is encouraging to have a local gallery – Foundation – in Leigh and his works have featured in about six of their earlier shows.
The exhibition opens on Friday, November 13. at 6.30pm. Foundation Gallery is at 17e Totara Road, Leigh.
