29 March 2010

Simon Reekie exhibition opens at Tower Foyer Gallery

The bold and colourful work of Dundee-based artist and teacher Simon Reekie features in the latest exhibition to be held at the University of Dundee’s Tower Foyer Gallery.

Simon’s psychological portraits have moved from incredibly detailed to boldly abstract over the course of his career. The exhibition, which runs until April 25th, includes works loaned from various public and private collections including the McManus.

After attending Morgan Academy, Simon studied Biotechnology at the University of Abertay before deciding to make art his profession. In 2004, he graduated with first class honours from Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, part of the University of Dundee. The giant close-up faces that featured as part of his Degree Show exhibition will be remembered by anyone who saw them.

The following year, Simon won a postgraduate scholarship to study at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. He graduated with a Masters of Fine Art in 2008 and his successful thesis show was purchased in its entirety by Chicago’s Zolla/Leiberman Gallery. Returning to Scotland, he undertook teacher training and now teaches art at his former school.

The exhibition is open between 9.30am and 8.30pm weekdays, and between 9.30am and 4.30pm on Saturdays, until April 25th.

For further information about the exhibition contact Matthew Jarron on museum@dundee.ac.uk or 01382 384310.

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