In the last few weeks I seem to keep coming across the work of this UK based artist: Ed Fairburn - Totally stunning and unique artworks - Ed creates these beautiful, detailed pieces of artwork through illustrating old maps with intricate pen and pencil cross-hatching. Wonderful vision of creating something out of nothing with, to me, a slightly ethereal, haunting quality. I love the simple black and white designs, where the map lines and textured line of skin blend so perfectly.
Ed says: " I paint, draw and construct using a flexible range of tangible media across a wide range of surfaces and contexts, allowing my practice to exist across various disciplines. The work I produce is largely self-directed, allowing me to explore a wealth of ideas and concepts which need to be realised".
"Through my studies of the human form I examine the patterns and structures which exist
across the body. I disassemble those structures and reconstruct them onto pre-patterned surfaces, including maps. The creative process involves synchronising both subject and surface. I search for similarities between the characteristics of the human figure and the topographical features of the map, resulting in a unique amalgamation".
Available as limited edition prints or original works (I am coveting this piece!)
You can buy Ed's work here at Not On The High Street
To contact Ed call: +44 (0)7534 286 012 or email: edwardfairburn@aol.com
Or follow on Facebook: Ed Fairburn (artist)
