We are delighted to introduce Land of Rabbits, an exhibition of paintings by Hove-based artist Nick Carrick at the Pewsey Vale Gallery.

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Inspired by his travels through southern Spain and Morocco, Nick's paintings explore the rich connections between landscape, culture and memory. From the warm reds and ochres of Mediterranean earth to the mountains, coastlines, decorative tiles and fruit trees of North Africa, his work captures the colours, textures and atmosphere of places that have left a lasting impression.

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The exhibition's intriguing title, Land of Rabbits, refers to the historical association of Spain with its abundance of rabbits. For Nick, however, it also suggests something more personal: a spirit of exploration, discovery and the excitement of experiencing unfamiliar landscapes for the first time.

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Although influenced by his travels, Nick's paintings are equally rooted in the English countryside, particularly the landscapes of Sussex, Wiltshire and Lincolnshire. By bringing together these different places and experiences, he creates distinctive compositions in which the familiar and the exotic meet.

There is also a fascinating cultural thread running through the work, reflecting Nick's interest in the shared heritage of southern Spain and North Africa, and the ways in which different cultures influence and enrich one another.

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We very much look forward to sharing Nick's work with you and hope you will enjoy discovering Land of Rabbits at the gallery.