Tony Allen
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The Artist
Tony’s most frequent refrain in the art studio is “just think about it!” - a phrase which acts as a statement of intent for his artwork as well as a philosophy for life. Tony's highest ambition as an artist is for people to see his artwork and in doing so, be provoked into this state of consideration. When he writes “SUBMIT TO LOVE” in huge, densely patterned letters, he really means it, and wants you to take those words to heart. Tony’s art is characterised by dense pattern and colour that he will return to again and again, working into details that would go unnoticed by the casual observer.
Exhibitions:
2016, Submit to Love, Stratford Circus, London
2017, Making Faces, Southbank Centre, London
2018, Tony Allen, e5 Bakehouse, London
2022, Art Is Freedom, Rich Mix, London
2023, Differently Various, Barbican, London
Videos
Tony Allen - Art is Freedom by Alex Brady
Tony Allen shares his experience at Headway East London, why art is important to him and what he hopes to achieve with his creative work.
"I am an individual person that likes to do things and help other people. Art makes me smile and proud of myself."
This short film was made by Alex Brady for the Art is Freedom exhibition at Rich Mix in November 2022.
Hungry Heart by Posy Dixon
MORE FROM TONY
ART IS FREEDOM EXHIBITION AT RICH MIX, NOVEMBER 2022
Tony Allen Magnets
Tony Allen
Greetings cards
Tony Allen wants you to know “you are magical” - IT’S NICE THAT