Parkinson's Dance Awareness Afternoon Exhibition: Bright & Bold

Following its wonderful reception last year, we are delighted to bring back this special exhibition of Bright & Bold by Tim Chalenor. This time you can purchase one of these amazing prints, with all proceeds being donated by Tim to Parkinson’s & Wellbeing Dance programmes.

A note from Tim:

My Artwork embraces a range of styles and influences – photography, collage, spatial storytelling and my own distinct drawing style. Using bold bright colours is part of my presentation, along with ambiguous shapes which I hope unlocks something that sparks a personal reaction for each Viewer. 

If everyone agrees about a piece of art, then I will have failed.  I wish to evoke an emotion, to spark a personal reaction, one that creates a lasting memory.  With outpouring of heart and soul into a piece of artwork, to make that connection of pure communication between Artist and Viewer.

I have dyslexia as well as Parkinson‘s and being left-handed too, it makes life interesting.  A blessing in disguise. 

What I love about digital art is that I set the rules.   

There is no right or wrong way, 

I do not have to conform. 

I am free as a bird. 

What I have created 

JUST IS.

Much of what I create stems from my imagination. I do not know or set out with a predetermined final outcome. For me, when the work flows on to the iPad effortlessly so that I lose myself in the creation, then I am satisfied. 

So, take it all in – let it speak to you in your own way and most importantly ENJOY. 

BE BRIGHT AND BOLD

Meet the Artist

Timothy was influenced by photography and calligraphy in his formative years and attended Bournemouth Arts/Design College.

He was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s Disease in his fifties.  Timothy attended Parkinson’s Dance and with his partner/carer Mona in 2013, participated in a film “Parkinson’s Dances” (Vimeo) by Roger Shufflebottom with Pavilion Dances and Bournemouth University. 

The turning point for Timothy was when he bought an iPad. Using an iPencil was challenging given the shaking that comes with Parkinson’s.  Timothy found he had better control drawing with his fingernail.

He started drawing as a focus point in managing his life with Parkinson’s. 

He posts his work on an Instagram platform daily and has completed over 900 pieces of artwork.  Follow him @PARISAUL1