Ian Dawson
BORN:Â
1969
LIVES:Â
UK
EARLY LIFE:Â
Ian grew up in the 1980s and was inspired by the artistic surroundings at the time. The 1980s were an era of increasing global capitalism, political upheaval, worldwide mass media, wealth discrepancies and unique music and fashion, characterised by hip hop and electronic pop music. This had a strong impact on the generation of artists growing up during this era.
CAREER:
Ian is now a Lecturer, Fine Art – Sculpture within Winchester School of Art at the University of Southampton.
MEDIUMS USED IN WORK:Â
His exuberant sculptures repurpose 3d prints into a post digital explosion of matter
SUBJECTS OF WORK:Â
Conceptual, Pop, Figuration and Abstraction
EXHIBITIONS:Â
Ian has exhibited his work in solo exhibitions in New York, London, Paris and Berlin, including a recent commission for the Goss Michael Foundation, Texas.
Ian Dawson sculpture and furniture for sale from The Sculpture Park is detailed below: