Ian Caddy

Artist 

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Ian Caddy's journey as an artist is rooted in his extensive experience as a graphic designer and illustrator, where he ascended from a junior designer to an art director across various creative industries, including package and web design. His transition to fine art was driven by a desire to explore artistic expression beyond his professional life, working primarily with acrylics on board or canvas and occasionally venturing into sculpture.

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Ian's art, characterized by detailed and precise execution, often explores portraits and urban landscapes. Influenced by icons like Lucian Freud and Jenny Saville, his style integrates his fascination with human creativity across various disciplines. His evolution as an artist reflects a deepening personal connection to his work, focusing less on external validation and more on the intrinsic values of art. A significant milestone in his career was having a painting displayed in the New Zealand Portrait Gallery, affirming the recognition of his artistic endeavors.