Ben Snowden

My work explores the human form through colour, line and emotion. The figures have a deep-rooted sensuality and metaphysical nature which is emphasized with vibrant colour and physical expression. The linear aspect of the work helps carve a pathway into the very soul of the subject by merging personal identity with naturalism. Snowden use’s drawing and painting to create a positive and constructive view of the outside world.

I have been a finalist in the National Open Art Competition 2015, the Platform Open Arts Competition 2015 & 2016, the Black Swan Arts Open 2016, The Bath Open Art Prize 2019, Ferens Art Gallery Open Exhibition 2019 & 2022, the Bradford Open Exhibition 2011 & 2019, the Barbican Arts Group Trust – Artworks Open 2020 and the New Light Prize Exhibition 2020/21

One of my paintings was featured in ‘Made in Britain – 82 Painters of The 21st Century’ at The National Gallery of Poland in Gdansk (2019) – the first British Painting Exhibition in Poland for 40 years – This Exhibition was organised by The Priseman and Seabrook Collection.

My work has been exhibited in the UK and Europe. I have had the great honour of exhibiting alongside artists such as; David Hockney, Matthew Krishanu, Patrick Procktor (RA), Sean Williams, Robert Priseman, Karl Bielik, Lisa Robinson, Narbi Price, Cathy Lomax, Frank Auerbach, Tracey Emin, Andrew ‘Mackie’ McIntosh, Alan Davie, Sir Terry Frost (RA), Zoran Music, Andrew Salgado, Enzo Marra, Joan Miro, Terry Greene, Carla Groppi, Sandra Blow (RA), Yuma Tomiyasu, Maurice Cockrill (RA), John Bratby (RA), Mandy Payne, Henry Inlander and William Gear (RA). 

Mixed Media on Paper

21x29.7cm

Framed under glass