Timothy – Timothy Curtis

This is an amazing photo. I ******* love it!

I did look at your sight; I like the way these abstract paintings seem to look like things, especially like maps of the world. The process you use is quite exciting also!

This is weirdly interesting. I thought it was coral to begin with; but I tell you what it reminds me of: There's an artist whose name I can't quite remember (may have been Steven Gould) and I saw his work at a College show. his work wasn't as 'zingy' as yours, is it paint?

I had an idea it was something like that; I myself make quick things and when I show them to people they come out with some huge meaning XD And I go 'Yes,, yes you're dead on! But did you think of this..." and it's great when they fall for it! Welldone! :D

Yes, I have to agree. We all pass through the same stages; we start with something, leave it behind to do something else, only to return to where we started with a whole new perspective. Fun isn't it? :D

very interesting concept you have there, never taught of bricks that way! I guess my transition was natural because i have started with black and white, made my path trough natural (earth ) colors and then I started to use saturated shades and now I seem to have rediscovered the beauty of black and white, I guess it's a cycle we all pass trough :)

What I love about bricks is pattern and texture. Brick walls are organised and repetitious, which I find quite hypnotic, but at the same time they are all unique; in a similar way to how people are. I'm not a very organised person, which is why- I guess- I have an interest in bricks.
The picture above was part of a series I did about sexuality and pornography; how the bricks are straight edged objects used as a means to an end, which I then linked to the way women and men (women in particular) are reduced to their sexuality in photos such as thhe one used above. Plus there's the idea of mass production and cold hearted business.
You know what? I think I'm going through the same development as you, because much of my recent work is made up of very strong, vibrant colours; but they're also becoming more cartoony and abstract with it. Was it a natural progression for you or did you make the transition knowingly?

Ah, but yet so far ;)
I used to use black for shadows and outlines in my pictures, but I have discovered that mixing colours which contrast with the colours in the object makes for much more effective shadows.
Do you have any idea why black is so important to your art? Personally I find black and white, when applied to any picture, stand out and become the strongest parts of the image. You balance your colours really well I've noticed from looking through your work; are the faces you've painted people you know?

nice one, I've read your introduction text and I must say that you really captured the tragic atmosphere in your works, I like it, I used to do it myself a few years back, now I'm into strong vibrating poison like colors (I guess it's just another era of the same state of mind )
but I'm curious why do you have this passion or interest in bricks?

It looks like the passion someone may have for their national flag; or possibly their obsession with it.
When I first saw this I thought it was a collage, but after close inspection I see it is paint! A marvellous style indeed.
I also like your use of black in the image, which is quite uncommon as black tends to over power pictures. I myself use black and it can be a harsh colour.

May I ask where this originated? I know the Orange is listening to music, but the title of the piece conjures up images (in me) of snapping and blunting knives whilst trying to cut through the impenetrable 'skin' of the Orange; or drinking liquid stone fresh from the freezer.
Was it inspired by anything at all?

aw! good one!

This is a nice one

good work!!

This is great. I have always liked paintings of artist's studios. You give us the works, organized chaos and even a view of the city.

very nice work, regards, simon

your work is exquisite and remarkably outstanding!!

I have to agree. congratulations.. beatiful work!

excellent work mate!