Showing posts with label Marten Bequest. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Marten Bequest. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Trinkwasser's Art Attack


We thought we might share some news from Berlin as it trickles in from Marten Bequest Travelling Scholarship recipient James Drinkwater. With Berlin arguably the street art capital of the world, and considering Drinkwater's existing practice of working with and transforming found materials, his 'trash can assemblage' actions appear as both a logical and astute exploration. Ragtag refuse becomes part of a whole, subsumed by James' signature style. Signing them off as "Trinkwasser" we only hope he's not becoming German for good. 

See images below of Drinkwater's 'Boss' project in Amsterdam. 



Godfather of street art, Blek le Rat

 tags a Drinkwater



Thursday, June 9, 2011

James Drinkwater wins the Marten Bequest Travelling Scholarship for painting

James Drinkwater, ‘Talking with Poppy’, 2011, 1600 x 1500mm 
James Drinkwater is back on our news page for winning this prestigious scholarship award. Here's what the judges had to say about James:

"The judges unanimously chose James Drinkwater as the recipient of the 2011 Marten Bequest Travelling Scholarship for Painting. The judges believe that James Drinkwater is a young painter who shows great potential and commitment to the language of painting. The judges noted James’ consistent and thoughtful approach and the ongoing development of his work. Above all, the judging panel was impressed with his sensitive handling of the medium."

Congratulations!