Mr. Penfold : ZUP KAPOW
Mr Penfold at Pretty Portal Gallery
08.08.08.- 12.09.08
Vernissage 08.08. 19-23h
DJ Peatr Powerz
Mr Penfold lives and works in Cambridge, England. He is an artist who makes paintings, installations, prints and drawings. The paintings have strong linear elements. These are gracefully drawn outlines which work both with (and against) the ground. Much of the work features people he has observed in bars and pubs.
He uses screenprints, woodcuts and etching to make his prints. This is a natural extension of the work he does in a professional printmaking studio where he works with many well known artists.
He has also built a considerable reputation as a freelance designer working for record labels, promoters and clothing labels.
Mr Penfold is the brother of Drum 'n' Bass Djs Nu:tone and Logistics both of whom are signed to Hospital records, a label he has also designed for.
He has recently been working for German clothing brand '667' who are based in Düsseldorf.
This exhibition at Pretty Portal gallery is his first solo show. Earlier group shows have ranged from Los Angeles to London.
The title of the show 'Zup Kapow' reflects his interest in the world of pop culture and comics.
The show will consist of recent and old work ranging from silkscreen prints to paintings and digital work.
Expect to see some big, bold, bright imagery.
