Francis creates paintings from wooden surfaces that have been prey to the processes of decay, restoration and change.  He contemplates these given, rich textures to inform his sensitive mark-making that is both poised and lyrical, creating a synthesis between historic patina and beautiful emergent imagery.

Illustrated talk - Sunday 26 Sept at 5pm in the studio:  Articulating Unknowing.  Exploration of the potential of liminal experiences to enrich the creative process.