Education
Kluz studied fine art painting at the Winchester School of Art between 1999 and 2002. His work during this period also focused on notions of the past In particular the relationship between early photography and painting.
Kluz studied fine art painting at the Winchester School of Art between 1999 and 2002. His work during this period also focused on notions of the past In particular the relationship between early photography and painting.
According to Kluz, "..our architectural heritage is a huge source of inspiration for medical The great edifices of the realm, past and present, have always conveyed a sense of power, which fails to dwindle with the passing centuries. Even the overgrown foundations of a long demolished country house hold a melancholic power as does the shattered body of a great abbey." The thorough research and persistent evolution of Kluz"s works has brought about experimentation and innovation with various media.
His earlier work explored the material qualities of egg tempera and gum Arabic on gessoed panels.
Most recently he has developed a distinctive paper collage technique which makes use of hand coloured papers and mixed media. He also produces screen prints and lino cuts.
Kluz has stated that he believes in the role of the "artist as designer and embraces all forms of image making", which includes printmaking, textile design, illustration and painting. Kluz, the eldest of three children, was born in Ipswich, Suffolk on August 19, 1980 and grew up in Swaledale, North Yorkshire.
Kluz"s work has received positive reviews, having been exhibited at Street Jude"s Gallery, The Scottish Gallery, Edinburgh, and Quercus Gallery.
Kluz"s work is considered significant for its ability to reimagine the past According to The Edition, " skillful interpretations are awe inspiring - his buildings capture the weight of history, the precision of structure and yet the fluid, ethereal atmosphere of the surrounding landscape concur beautifully - it’s breathtaking.".
His work explores our relationship with the past through notions of English Romanticism. In particular, Kluz"s work has been praised for its ability to capture Romanticism in "..exploring both the creation and the destruction of Britain"s great country houses.".
