Cell Project Space

The practice of artist Phillip Allen exudes a genuine optimism towards the activity of painting. Thick encrusted layers of paint line the top and bottom integrating the physical artist's palette within the surface of the painting. Intertwining a range of patterns and shapes that construct illusionary space, referencing a long lineage of painting styles and gestures. Recent exhibitions include: Xavier Hufkens Gallery, Belgium (2007), Layer Cake Fabio Tiboni Arte Contemporanea, Bologna, Italy (2007), Milton Keynes Gallery (2006), Archipeinture: Painters Bulid Architecture, Camden Arts Centre (2006), British Art Show 6 (2005), Kerlin Gallery, Dublin (2005), P.S.1, New York (2003), The Approach Gallery, London (2004, 2002, 1998)