Gary Hiscott
Last updated: 30 January 2008
Find out more about the work of Newtown-based artist Gary Hiscott. Click through a slideshow of his work or scroll down to read more about how he became an artist.
What is your name?: Gary Hiscott
Where do you work?: Retired church worker - now in Drenewydd
How did you get started as an artist?: My work has delevoped slowly over the years. I have always had a pencil in my hand, through a variety of jobs. These included being a draughtsman, school teacher, patent illustrator, church pastoral worker and graphic designer as part of a large church.
How would you describe your work?
The most important element is colour - either subtle and controlled or painted with freedom.
Do you draw inspiration from your local area?: In Birmigham my inspiration came from memories of Wales. The closest I could get to seeing Wales was from the Malvern Hills.
Having moved to Wales I am thrilled by weather, hills, towns & villages, people and mountains large and small.
Where has your work been shown?: Birmingham - solo exhibition Kings Heath Library, Sutton Coldfield Little Theatre.
Many times at the Royal Birmingham Socity of Artists -RBSA Drenewydd - Library 'solo exhibition'.
Gateway, Shrewsbury - 'Open'
Do you have any exhibitions coming up?:
First exhibition of 2008.
The Gallery Theatr Hafren (Y Drenewydd - Newtown, Powys) Feb - Mar - Apr 2008.
Any thing else we should know?: I paint as a commited Christian and believe that for me painting is a form of prayer. I paint as a Christian rather than painting Christian subjects.
Website: http://www.hiscott.blogspot.com
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Emma, Caernarfon
wow gary - this is where i got married! my parents live just near the church in llanllwchaiarn. next time i'm home, i'll try and see if you're doing an exhibition as I love your work.
Sun Apr 18 21:05:24 2010
Rowan Sharp, Danielle Eagles
Hello Gary, I really love your paintings-very inspirational. If only my nain could have see them she would of have loved doll side street as this is my Taid's birth place thank you so much for all your support very much appreciated, row dan (bio-rays)
Thu Jun 21 09:35:49 2007
Amanda Smith, Birmingham
I love canvases crammed with colour and the amazing contrast in styles that Gary has. I can see why you moved to Wales.
Wed Jan 3 14:18:50 2007
Mike Sutton-Smith, Swansea
What I like is the unique shape of the world as you depict it - there seems to be depth and mystery and humour all blended together in the scenes you paint - makes me want to talk to the artist about what he is thinking and feeling. Keep it up, Gary - I enjoyed looking at this, especially the piece that depicts the tree against the backdrop of the sky in golden browns and reds. That is remarkable. Is it for sale?
Thu Dec 21 09:37:29 2006
Sharon Culek, Birmingham
I love your use of dynamic colour. It evokes strong passion and emotion. I particularly like the contrasting Commercial Street images as one depicts a quick, fleeting glance and the other the spirit and personality of Newtown. Pastoral actually makes me want to lie down in the field and watch the clouds fly by. I look forward to attending a forthcoming exhibition of yours, thank you for delighting my eyes and imagination.
Wed Dec 6 13:44:43 2006
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