Jo Beer

Joined Artfinder: May 2015

Artworks for sale: 232

(55)

United Kingdom

Updates from Jo Beer's studio

  • On The Face Of It ( solo exhibition, Devon .UK)

    On The Face Of It ( solo exhibition, Devon .UK)

    31 portraits of local people, TRP Gallery, Devon UK. I will add a walk through of the exhibition when I have cobbled together the video.

    18 November 2019
    We Are ( oil on canvas 70 x 90cm)

    We Are ( oil on canvas 70 x 90cm)

    This is one of 31 portraits that feature in my current solo exhibition 'On The Face Of It' . I wanted to show the togetherness of this close couple. I wanted to paint them together in a way that both faces equally packed a punch. Midnight blue background to mirror his shirt makes them look almost illuminated.

    09 October 2019
    Spa Treatment

    Spa Treatment

    Commission for a regular collector. A very quirky take on Vermeer's 'Girl With A Pearl Earring'. I very much enjoyed painting this unusual request, which despite it's quirkiness, makes perfect sense. A gold acrylic Baroque pattern added to the background gives a lovely rich feel overall.

    28 August 2019
    Flea

    Flea

    Commission for a regular collector. Commissions form the bulk of my work. This unusual request features Flea from the Red Hot Chilli Peppers having a shave, the little details such as bubbles, colours, ladybird were all specifically requested. I am always very happy to discuss commission ideas, they can be easily arranged via Artfinder or with me direct.

    17 July 2019
    LIMITED EDITION PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE

    LIMITED EDITION PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE

    I am now able to offer limited edition prints of a selection of my celebrity portraits. Majority of these will appear on my shop page as SOLD, this refers to the original paintings, so don't let it put you off! All prints reproduced to giclée standard, signed and numbered on the front. Shipped wrapped in acid free tissue and rolled in cardboard tube.

    14 June 2019
    On The Face Of IT

    On The Face Of IT

    In progress... this is one of 32 portraits that will be shown at my solo exhibition at TRP Gallery, Devon. UK in October this year. ( runs until mid December)

    08 June 2019
    Bear Hug (commission)

    Bear Hug (commission)

    A fluffy polar bear receiving a hug from a mature Debbie Harry, while John Lennon adjusts his bow tie from the other side. Surrealist request for a regular collector. Very specific details for this request as always...great fun painting this collector's imagination.

    29 April 2019
    Surreal II (commission)

    Surreal II (commission)

    A very unusual request from a regular collector. Very specific down to every detail. Croc wears jacket, shirt and tie by Gucci. This is a very large piece 121 x 91 cm, oil on canvas. I am very happy to discuss any commission requests and can easily be arranged via Artfinder or with me direct.

    19 March 2019
    Cherubs (commission)

    Cherubs (commission)

    Commission...a Dolce & Gabana model wearing cherub shades and earrings. Specific request for a ladybird to be added to little finger tip.

    05 February 2019
    Emily (commission)

    Emily (commission)

    I get a lot of commission requests. Commissions are a wonderful way of capturing a moment in time, particularly with young little people who change so quickly. I am always very happy to discuss commission ideas, regardless of subject matter, and can be easily arranged either via Artfinder, or direct.

    22 January 2019
    'On The Face Of It' Solo exhibition, Devon UK

    'On The Face Of It' Solo exhibition, Devon UK

    I like to have a solo exhibition every three years or so. It is necessary to maintain my profile and draw attention to my work from potential new collectors. I am currently painting a large body of works for my next solo show ( Oct 2019) in Theatre Royal Plymouth. It will comprise of approximately 28 - 30 anonymous portraits of local people. On the face of it refers to the way that we judge something at first glance, and that our perception can change if we take the time to look a little closer. I have kept the sitters anonymous and without a narrative in the hope that they will be studied and the viewers can come to their own conclusions. It takes a lot of work building the series for this, which I am speedily beavering away at between commissions...so for that reason, new works will not be uploaded for sale while I have that deadline to work to. I have plenty of works available in my Artfinder store, so please have a look.

    06 December 2018
    S & J (commission)

    S & J (commission)

    Commission...two very handsome, very cool young people. As a full time artist, the majority of my income comes from commissioned work. I am able to travel for sittings within the UK if necessary, and often do. If you would like to know more about the process, please do not hesitate to contact me , either via Artfinder, or direct.

    06 December 2018