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Richard GowerSide by Side - original impressionism figurative oil painting - contemporary art2025
2025
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This captivating piece is available through Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online.
In "Side by Side", Richard Gower distills human connection into a minimalist yet emotionally rich scene. Painted in oil on board, the piece captures a fleeting urban moment: several figures—some solitary, others in quiet conversation—are depicted walking across a reflective surface, possibly a rain-slick pavement or sunlit plaza. The soft, abstracted background of cool whites and blues gently frames the silhouettes, creating an ethereal, almost dreamlike atmosphere.
Gower’s signature impasto technique is on full display, with tactile brushstrokes lending texture and vitality to both figures and reflections. Though the composition is pared back and spacious, it hums with presence. Each figure appears both anchored and transient, inviting the viewer to consider themes of companionship, solitude, and movement through shared spaces.
Elegant and understated, "Side by Side" is a testament to the power of subtlety in contemporary art. It offers both calm and introspection—ideal for collectors who appreciate nuanced storytelling and refined execution. In a quiet corner or central space, this painting radiates serenity while sparking contemplation.
Artist Biography:
Richard Gower embarked on his artistic journey at Batley College of Art in the 1980s, specialising in fine art and sculpture. Gower has developed a distinctive style, particularly evident in his renowned ‘Reflections’ series, where his practice revolves around observation and chance. Adopting a voyeuristic approach, Gower skilfully captures the fleeting moments of strangers’ daily activities.
Richard Gower’s distinctive, unique style has attracted a number of high-profile collectors includ- ing Her Late Majesty The Queen, The Duchess of York and The Lord Mayor of Westminster. Richard
Gower’s works have found their place in numerous private collections across the UK, Europe, and the US.
Richard Gower’s semi-abstracted, figurative compositions exude both serenity and intrigue, quietly beckoning viewers to construct narratives around the anonymous characters immortalized in oil paint. Gower’s ‘Reflections’ serve as snapshots, freeze frames of people from all walks of life, enabling him to engage in a sort of artistic people watching. Whether it be a sunny day casting shadows or the aftermath of a storm with reflections in a path, his works encapsulate moments frozen in time.
Drawing inspiration from the Modern Masters, including Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, Sickert, and Francis Bacon, Gower’s fascination with these great painters has pushed the boundaries of his creativity and refined his personal ‘Reflections’ style over the years.
Richard Gower’s artistic prowess and ability to capture the essence of human experiences through his ‘Reflections’ series have solidified his position as an acclaimed artist.
- Creator:Richard Gower (British)
- Creation Year:2025
- Dimensions:Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 8.27 in (21 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Gallery Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU468316427332
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