Manuel Noguera

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD OF THE ARTIST. In my artwork I let intuition to be part of the creative process in this way there is a freedom of expression, creating random movements which allows my most inaccessible emotions to come into being, in this way I tap into a chaotic space where old memories of oneself's experiences are kept, this once again allows me to create the brush strokes definig my emotions. In the process of creating the piece there is a sense of liberation,there is no preconcived ideas of what the final image should look like, this is the freedom that I am interested in, because the possibilities are endless. When the first layers of paint start to appear, then it becomes the interpretation period, at the same time that the paint is applied my conscious mind tells me that I need to make sense of it, so any forms and colours beecomes tools to which to enlighten the meanig of the painting. I create windows to the world of the artist, creating that necesary space in which the viewer gets access to the illusions and challlenges of the human experiences. I am insterested in the unexpected associations, which comes with doubts, anguish and confusion, but also illumination and the great pleasure to feel sucess.

Biography: Born in La Linea De La Cocepcion, Cadiz, Spain, Manuel has been influenced heavily by the movement and theatricality of flamenco dancing and this can be seen in all of his work, and the colours he uses reflect this movement and passion. Having studied in Spain, Manuel moved to London to futher his work and went on to study art at the London institute Chelsea College od Art and Design, where he gain BA (Hons) in Fine Art. Since then he has established many collectors from all over the world. EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS SECONDARY Pedro Simon Abril School GRADUADO ESCOLAR (1976-84) La linea, Cadiz, Spain. Pass HIGHER F.P. Hosteleria (1985-86) National Diploma San Roque, Cadiz, Spain. Chef School – Pass F.P. Acelerada (1986 – 87) Metallic Construction La linea, Cadiz, Spain. Pass F.P. Maestria Institute (1987 – 90) Computer Programming La Linea, Cadiz, Spain. Pass F.P. Castillo Del Pino (1990 – 92) Auxiliary Nursing San Roque, Cadiz, Spain. Pass Military service (1992-93) Kensington & Chelsea College BTEC (1995 – 97) Kensington, London General Art & Design UNIVERSITY B.A. (Hons) The London Institute (1997 – 2000) Chelsea School of Art & Design, Fine Art London. OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS & INTEREST 1. I was a member of “ The Prince’s Trust Volunteer Programmed” during which I obtained a City & Guilds Certificate. Oct-Dec 1994. 2. I have obtained a Certificate in Emergency Aid Training at the Stonebridge Resource Unit. Oct 1994. 3. My other interests include Reading, Film, Photography, World Travel, Cooking, Spanish Dancing and the inspiring world of archaeology. EXHIBITIONS 1. Galeria Caja de ahorros De Jerez – An exhibition of surrealism, La linea, Cadiz, Spain. July 1992. 2. IV Encuentro De Pintores Linenses. (Fourth Encounter of painters from La Linea). Galeria Del museo Cruz Herrera, La Linea, Cadiz, Spain. August 1993. 3. Group Show at the Wornington Centre, London. July 1997. 4. My paintings were used for a musical video clip, by a group called “ Feeder”,shown on M.T.V. June 1999. 5. Final Degree Show at Chelsea School of Art & Design, London. June 2000. 6. Fresh Art 2002 at Business Design Centre, Islington, London 19-21 JULY 2002. www.freshartfair.co.uk 7. Mason’s Arms 169 Battersea Park, batersea SW11. August 2002. 8. Stone Mason 54 Cmabridge Grove, Hammersmith W6. September 2002. 9. The Pilot, Wellesley rd, Chiswick W4. October 2002. 10. “The body, the vessel of our thoughts…” Solo Show. Great Expectations Gallery, Denmark Hill, London SE5 8RS. 5 Oct – 26 Oct 2002. www.gxgallery.com 11. Viva Espana 2003, Olympia, London, January 24-26 2003. www.vivaespana2003.com 12. Engaging Arts. The Manchester Art Show, at Urbis, Manchester, February 6th – 9th 2003. www.manchesterartshow.co.uk 13. “Suenos… dreams…” Solo Show. Great Expectations Gallery, Denmark Hill, London SE5 8RS. 25 Jun – 19 July 2003. www.gxgallery.com 14. www.artists-uk.com 15. www.minigallery.co.uk/manuel_noguera_deharo 16. The Prince Bonaparte Gallery. Group show. Chepstow Rd, Wesbourne Park, London, W9. 19th Nov 2003 – 10th Dec 2003. 17. Engaging Arts. The Manchester Art Show, at Urbis, Manchester, November 27th – 30th 2003. www.manchesterartshow.co.uk 18. The Prince Bonaparte Gallery. Solo Show. Cheptow Rd, Wesbourne Park, London. W9. 14th Jan 2004 – 14th Feb 2004 19. “ All in my mind” Solo Show. Great Expectations Gallery. 43 Denmark Hill. London. SE 8RS. 29 May – 15 June 2004. www.gxgallery.com 20. The Art House. North Street, Westbourne, Emsworth, Hants, PO10 8 SN. Independent Artists 21st July – 14th August 2004. 21. Galeria Del Museo Cruz Herrera, La Linea, Cadiz, Spain. Solo Show. March 2005. 22. " Windows to another world" Solo Show. Great Expectations Gallery. 43 Denmark Hill. London. SE 8RS. 9 July - 30 July 2005. REFERENCES 1. Ms Anne Hughes MOSAIK 10, Kensington Square Chelsea, London, W8-5EP Tel: (020) 7795 6253 Fax: (020) 7376 9495 2. Ms B. Hothi Flat 9, 37 Burlington Road, Chiswick, London, W6 0XF Tel: (020) 87470653 E-mail: jin@dhoot.demon.co.uk JOB EXPERIENCE Oct 2000 – Oct 2001 MOSAIK PIERRE MESGUICH 10, Kensington Square W8 5EP Tel: (020) 7795 6253 Fax: (020) 7376 9495 London I was employed as an assistance mosaicist under the supervision of Pierre Mesguich a well known Artist of Paris. I was involved in the complete process from initial consultations with clients to making scale drawings to producing the completed work. Our clients included business corporations, hotels, restaurants and many private clients. Our work ranged from classical motifs to contemporary art form, using materials such as vitreous glass, mat ceramics, Venetian glass and gold leaf. Visit the website at: www.mosaik-mesguich.com

Country: United Kingdom (Great Britain)

E-mail: mjnogueradeharo@yahoo.co.uk

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