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Spring 2016
Dear <<First name*>>–
 Ciao from Croatia!
Ruth and I are leading another private photography tour here over the next couple of weeks. One of our favorite places for photography, culture, food and wine. Above is a photo from Plitvice Lakes National Park and to the right is a photo of me working in Zadar with one of our clients.
(Get in touch if you're interested in booking a European photo tour for yourself!)
We're welcoming Spring back home in the UK, as well. This past winter has been very busy—and productive—for us. Before Christmas, I had my first exhibition in London, at the Brick Lane Gallery and since the start of the new year things have been running full-tilt.
I've continued developing my photography and art collections along with project work on several custom commissions from private collectors in Europe; most notably a couple of large installations for collectors in Italy and Spain. My U.S. studio is going strong, too, with recent installations in Philadelphia and Canada and exhibitions in both the UK and the US.
In this issue of eyelevel you'll learn about my current and upcoming exhibitions, read an inspiring interview with a rising star in the hospitality design world, find out about my new representation in London and Denver and much more... Thanks for being here!
All my best –
And now, the news ...
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Current Exhibitions
 Open 27 – Leicester
I have two abstract mixed media works on display in the renowned annual exhibition produced by the Leicester City Council. Open 27 is held at the New Walk Museum & Art Gallery, a venerable venue in the heart of the city. The show has been very well produced! If you're in the area, stop by and check it out! Runs through Sunday 8th May.
The Fine Art of Photography – Plymouth, Massachusetts
 I also have two photographic prints in a group show at the Plymouth Center for Fine Arts. The selected images are scenics; one from Paradise Divide, Colorado and another from Fountains Abbey in England (shown at right). This show runs through Saturday May 14.
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Upcoming Art Festival at Castle Ashby
 I'll have a stand displaying my abstract mixed media work at the art and craft festival at Castle Ashby Gardens in Northampton, England over the Late May Bank Holiday, Sunday 29th & Monday 30th May.
Hand made UK crafts from some of the country’s finest designer makers: Art, ceramics, felting, fabric art, glass work, handbags, jewellery, knitwear, leather, metal work, paper craft, photography, silk, textiles and wood & lots more…
Click here for details
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 Designer Spotlight: Jenni Jane Hellstern
My latest episode of Designer Spotlight features an interview with Jenni Jane Hellstern, whom I recently met at an event sponsored by the NEWH United Kingdom.
An American interior designer who recently relocated to the UK, Jenni Jane was named as one of Boutique Design magazine’s esteemed Boutique 18 for 2016 so I was thrilled when she graciously accepted my invitation for an interview.
Her experience and insight are inspiring for many people developing careers in the creative fields, especially hospitality design.
Read the interview here
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New Representation
Collectors and designers can now acquire my art through several new consultants:
 Luminaire Arts, London
Art consultants for designers and corporate clients, Luminaire Arts was founded to represent emerging and established British artists. Holding a vast collection of original and limited edition artwork from paintings and photography to sculpture and 3D art, they assist many companies around the world sourcing wonderful art for all sizes of projects.
Pendulaura, Denver
 Pendulaura Fine Art is an online gallery based in Denver, Colorado, that is born from the founder's lifelong love of art and a true passion of working with the artists that create it. A former gallery director, curator and sales manager of two fine art photography galleries in Colorado, Kelly Rush taps into years of experience in the corporate world and art industry which enables her and her team to provide stellar representation for artists and comprehensive assistance to buyers and art collectors.
Click here to see my Collection on Pendulaura
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Updates from NEWH
 NEWH is the premier networking resource for the hospitality industry, providing scholarships, education, leadership development, recognition of excellence and business development opportunities. It’s about Scholarship, Education, and Business Networking. I'm honoured to serve on the Board of Directors for the NEWH United Kingdom, as the chapter's Publications and Communications Chair.
 Donation to art auction and fundraising event
I donated one of my abstract artworks to the Art Mélange event produced by NEWH and held Sunday March 20, 2016.
Surfcomber has been one of my most popular images, especially within the hospitality industry. For the auction, I had the photograph digitally printed directly to aluminum panel at 20 x 30 inches. My thanks to Image Wizards for another fantastic job!
HD Expo Las Vegas May 4-6
 The Hospitality Design Exposition & Conference (HD Expo) is the premier show for the hospitality industry.
Each May in Las Vegas, the three-day event brings together over 10,000 designers, architects, hotel owners and operators, developers, specifiers and purchasers with more than 800 hospitality design manufacturers and product providers. Attendees come to see the latest trends, source hospitality products, meet icons of industry, network and earn CEU credits at the fully accredited conference sessions.
I will attend HD Expo as a representative of NEWH United Kingdom and will be in Las Vegas May 3-7. If you're at the show, get in touch and let's meet up!
 NEWH Magazine Feature
The Spring 2016 issue of NEWH Magazine includes an interview with yours truly!
Read the article here
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Introducing CoalsonCreative.com
You might know that I began my career as a graphic designer in the late 1980s. For nearly three decades now, I’ve produced design for print and web—plus some digital video editing and computer animation—for all types of businesses, large and small.
Around 2003, I stepped away from doing commercial design work to focus on fine art photography. But over the years I’ve still continued to do some design jobs, here and there, for select clients.
Recently I've decided to again offer my complete set of creative services for clients. I’ve set up a new web site at CoalsonCreative.com with essential details (I’ll be adding more content to this site soon).
Drop me a line if you need
- logos, branding and identity systems design
- photo retouching, editing and special effects
- brochures, advertising and other printed collateral
- web sites, email marketing, etc.
I’ll be more than happy to discuss your project!
Visit CoalsonCreative.com
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Presentation at Rotary Loughborough
 In March 2016, I was honored to be invited to give a presentation about my art and creative business to the Rotary Club of Loughborough, England. I enjoyed meeting all the members and other guests and we enjoyed a great curry lunch together. After the meal I gave a 20-minute presentation with an overview of my artistic processes and the services I provide for clients, mainly in the hospitality business.
Rotary International is an international service organization whose stated human rights purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian services, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and to advance goodwill and peace around the world. It’s a respected organization doing great work and I’m pleased to support their efforts.
If you’d like to discuss the possibility of my presenting to your group, please contact me here.
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Interview for Exhibitions Without Walls
 I was recently interviewed by Ed Wedman at Exhibitions Without Walls, an international organization that offers Photographers and Digital Artists the chance to grow and develop professionally.
Ed asked some great questions about my inspiration and process and I hope you'll enjoy the article.
Read the interview here
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 New Work
I've been producing and releasing lots of new work lately, especially abstract photography.
At right is one example. This is a photograph I made during a recent trip to Amsterdam, titled Mosaic Veil.
As with all my work, this is available as a fine art print in any size and on any material.
Click here to see my latest abstract work
or Click here for my recent travel and scenic photography
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