Darren Hutchens

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Biography

Mural artist specialising in large scale public artworks and community based collaborative projects. Part of Too Much Colour Productions, a 3 man mural project team with Dan Duggan and Lawry Halden. With a background in graphic design and illustration I have been working as a community artist since 1999. My unique style shows a sensitive use of colour which transfers to engaging and exciting murals. I enjoy the opportunities public art brings in transforming dull or disused areas into awe inspiring artworks.

Group Exhibitions

2016
FATE @ TOTM Gallery, Northbridge WA
An exhibition of new and old works from Tafe graduates 1994 - present

2014
Public - Salon Form Gallery, Perth.
A showcase of works from leading urban artists from around the world

2013
My Perth
Letterpress Exhibition Whiteman Park Print Shop

2012
The Cycle of Industrial Decline
Joint showing of works at the Fremantle Fibonacci Centre.

2010
Scraps
Joint showing of works with Ilsa Bennion at Little Creatures Brewery, Fremantle and HQ Leederville.

Residencies

2014
Artist in Residence Town of Claremont Banners in the Terrace
Artist in Residence Town of Claremont Banners in the Terrace

Darren Hutchens
Painting, Community, Urban art

Artist Statement

I work in contemporary mural art and am influenced by patterns and forms in nature, motion, comic and graphic novel design and illustration and the historic graphic art styles of the psychedelic and mid-century modern eras. My work conveys a distinct west coast vibe through the strong use of colour, flowing forms and sense of relaxed fun.