Art

Der Tiere

Lauren Down | Tuesday 1 February, 2011 21:36

Bael ‘Fest’ Courtesy the artist and Signal Gallery
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The nom de plume of Michael James Bell, Bael’s latest solo show at Signal Gallery is aptly titled ‘Der Tiere’ meaning ‘The Beasts’. The artist’s lifelong obsession with drawing has culminated an array of eerie, sinister and devilish animalistic, humanoids – with claws in place of hands, and almost vampire-ish mouths accentuated by splashes of red, and dark brown hues. A mixture of rough sketches and more complete paintings, this exhibition reflects the lasting influence that German/Austrian expressionism has had on the artist’s output. Although perhaps too sparse in the nature of its layout, this exhibition is hauntingly compelling. Until 5 February.
Signal Gallery, 32 Paul Street, Old Street, EC2A 3AA www.signalgallery.com

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