"The art critic and writer eschews a conventional monograph on the British painter Euan Uglow (1932-2000) by bringing together a selection of contributors and, through a series of memoirs or papers, allowing them to speak for themselves. It is an uncomplicated tactic in many respects, even allowing for authorial or editorial interventions. Yet the conversational nature of these contributions-made in person, by phone, email or letter-form a series of observations and recollections that, together, weave a rich and deeply personal celebration of the man,"
"In an understated example of form and content finding a common resonance, the author's pared-back introduction brings clarity to Uglow's complex creation of crisp shapes and bold colours, his measured approach to painting. It provides an important frame of reference for readers prior to the around 30 personal accounts and memories that make up most of the following text. A helpful glossary of names at the back of the book ensures readers know who people are and how they relate to the artist."
Memoirs and papers by around thirty contributors form a conversational series of observations and recollections celebrating Euan Uglow, his teaching, and his work. A pared-back framing clarifies Uglow's creation of crisp shapes, bold colours, and his measured approach to painting. A helpful glossary identifies relationships between people and the artist. London-born Uglow attended Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts from age fifteen and later the Slade School of Fine Art, graduating in 1954, and went on to teach at both. He developed an approach from mentor William Coldstream, adopting a 'dot and carry' method and applying disciplined enquiry and attention to geometry to structure controlled still-life compositions.
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