Splendid Sunrise

As an artist navigating the vast landscapes of human experience, my work is deeply rooted in the profound theme of emigration. Drawing inspiration from the intricate tapestry of personal journeys and the universal human desire for connection and belonging, my art seeks to capture the essence of displacement, adaptation, and the relentless pursuit of a place to call home. My artistic influences include CY Twombly and Patrick Alston

A curation by Kelly Krugman, Curator at SAVVY Contemporary (+) - “There is always some limit which the individual accepts. He identifies this limit with himself. Horror seizes him at the thought that this limit may cease to be. But we are wrong to take this limit and the individual’s acceptance of it seriously. The limit is only there to be overreached. Fear and horror are not the real and final reaction; on the contrary, they are a temptation to overstep the bounds.” ― "Erotism: Death and Sensuality" (1956) by Georges Bataille, French writer and philosopher

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Dale Pattenden, with a robust foundation in Contemporary Fine Arts and more than 20 years in creative industries worldwide, masterfully employs painting as his primary medium. His layered technique merges fluid, gestural marks with meditative colour fields, balancing control and spontaneity, and invites viewers to contemplate psychological terrain. Through vast abstract landscapes and evocative spiritscapes, he channels the universal journey toward light and vulnerability, awakening a sense of quiet introspection and the courageous leap of childlike faith, allowing each person to uncover their own meaning amid silence and possibility.

A note from the Artist;

“Life moves quickly.

Between work, responsibilities and constant noise, it’s easy to feel disconnected from yourself, your surroundings and the things that matter most.

I understand that feeling.

My journey into art began with curiosity and experimentation; for example, I remember being more interested in drawing the classroom plants than listening to the lesson. I was constantly being told to pay attention; but looking back, I realise I was paying attention, just in a different way. I was, indeed, observing the world closely, questioning how things worked and exploring new ways to see everyday objects and experiences.

Over time, that curiosity became a practice of transformation: turning emotion, memory and reflection into abstract landscapes of colour and movement.

My work offers a simple invitation:
To Pause
To Reflect
To Reconnect

If a painting speaks to you, trust that instinct.
That connection is where the story begins.
When a painting resonates with you, it becomes more than decoration. It becomes part of your daily environment; a quiet reminder to slow down, notice the present moment and stay connected to what matters most.”