Peter Doig

I don't know much about art but I know what I like. And I liked Peter Doig's exhibition at Tate Britan this week a great deal. This small image here might not look much but when it's in front of you on a wall that's half the size of a house it just knocks you sideways with its power.

And now, wearing my peaked cap and in a London tourist official style-y, Peter Doig's paintings can be seen at Tate Britain in London until April 27. Highly recommended.

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Tvor said…
Oh i do like that painting. Sorry i missed the exhibit!
2:09 PM
Glenda Young said…
Peter Doig is Canadian so if you get a chance to see his work over there Tvor, I highly recommend it.
11:32 AM
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