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New Solo Exhibition Announcement: “Fusion Rules”

Scottish Visual Artist Craig Black makes an exclusive debut at VANDAL Gallery marking the launch of his first Australian solo exhibition titled “Fusion Rules”.

Craig Black has earned widespread recognition for his signature “Acrylic Fusion” technique. He specialises in bespoke artwork, installations, and live performance art, he believes in creating exciting and engaging visuals whilst maintaining originality across all of his work.

Craig has won admirers on a global scale thanks to his signature expression, “Acrylic Fusion”, an incredibly versatile analogue process of hand pouring layers of acrylic paint to create a unique and mesmerising effect, loved by brands, galleries and art collectors alike.

“Fusion Rules” is inspired by the fusion of Australian sports, culture and art. Craig utilises his signature style “Acrylic Fusion” in this one-of-a-kind exhibition to create artworks from Aussie rules football, cricket and rugby to basketball, soccer, netball and many more, this exhibition will entice the biggest sports enthusiast to the avid art collector.

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Exhibition Opening (with Live Art Performance): Thursday 15th February 2024

Tickets for Exhibition Opening (FREE to attend): Can be found via the link in bio.

Address: VANDAL Gallery, 16-30 Vine Street, Redfern, NSW, Australia

Exhibition Continues: Thursday 15th February 2024 - Thursday 11th April 2024

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New Project: Champions League Inspired Fusion Football

One of my early memories of the Champions League is when Real Madrid arrived in town to face Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League Final 2002 at Hampden, Glasgow. I remember how everyone around Scotland was gripped by the magic of the Champions League. In fact, myself and my older brother found out where the Real Madrid players were staying and we sneaked into the hotel to get a glimpse of the Galacticos.

There’s an iconic moment in the game that changed everything for me, Roberto Carlos running down the wing and lofting the ball high into the box and Zinedine Zidane beautifully volleying the ball into the top corner. This will be one of the greatest goals of all time but what I will always remember is how mesmerising it was to see the ball travel through the air making the Champions League stars create a beautiful pattern in motion.

Over the years the Champions League ball has evolved, yet the constellation of stars remains an iconic symbol. With this ball playing a special part in most football fans' hearts, I wanted to show the world what I was capable of doing and created this self-initiated Champions League inspired fusion football. This hand-painted one-of-a-kind football showcases the mesmerising Acrylic Fusion pattern whilst paying homage to the dedicated Champions League stars. With every rotation of the ball, a new Acrylic Fusion pattern emerges whilst staying consistent as a whole.

Hopefully one day, I can bring this ball to life and it can find itself a spot within a Champions League game! With that being said, if anyone can help connect those dots and make a boyhood dream come true I’d greatly appreciate it….

PS. I found out after all these years, I can still balance a football on my head…just not that well!

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Videography & Photography:
@vntrcreative

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New Project: Champions League Inspired Fusion Football

One of my early memories of the Champions League is when Real Madrid arrived in town to face Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League Final 2002 at Hampden, Glasgow. I remember how everyone around Scotland was gripped by the magic of the Champions League. In fact, myself and my older brother found out where the Real Madrid players were staying and we sneaked into the hotel to get a glimpse of the Galacticos.

There’s an iconic moment in the game that changed everything for me, Roberto Carlos running down the wing and lofting the ball high into the box and Zinedine Zidane beautifully volleying the ball into the top corner. This will be one of the greatest goals of all time but what I will always remember is how mesmerising it was to see the ball travel through the air making the Champions League stars create a beautiful pattern in motion.

Over the years the Champions League ball has evolved, yet the constellation of stars remains an iconic symbol. With this ball playing a special part in most football fans' hearts, I wanted to show the world what I was capable of doing and created this self-initiated Champions League inspired fusion football. This hand-painted one-of-a-kind football showcases the mesmerising Acrylic Fusion pattern whilst paying homage to the dedicated Champions League stars. With every rotation of the ball, a new Acrylic Fusion pattern emerges whilst staying consistent as a whole.

Hopefully one day, I can bring this ball to life and it can find itself a spot within a Champions League game! With that being said, if anyone can help connect those dots and make a boyhood dream come true I’d greatly appreciate it….

PS. I found out after all these years, I can still balance a football on my head…just not that well!

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Videography & Photography:
@vntrcreative

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New Project: Chivas Regal FC Game Day 2023 - Trophies & Medals

Chivas Regal are championing a new season of football that aims to raise the game. Creators, cultural change-makers and all-time ballers from around the world were united together at Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United FC for the Chivas Regal FC Game Day 2023.

In an exciting collaboration with False 9, I had the privilege of crafting "Acrylic Fusion" trophies and medals exclusively designed for this occasion, inspired by the distinctive Chivas Regal colour palette.

The star-studded teams featured trail-blazing creators from Spain, Germany, Nigeria, Cameroon and Thailand and the UK. Celebrating unity and collective success together, the players flexed their football skills for a great cause. Proceeds were given to two inclusive football charities that help pave the way for underrepresented individuals within the industry.

Managed by Manchester United legends Wes Brown and Dimitar Berbatov, the Chivas Cosmos and Regal Rebels put their best feet forward at the iconic grounds of Old Trafford. With each team made up of a mix of stars, grassroots players and big names in the game, competition was high to win the coveted “Acrylic Fusion” Chivas Regal FC Game Day trophy.

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Client: Chivas Regal
Collaboration: False 9
Photography: False 9

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New Project: Game, Set and Fusion - Acrylic Fusion Tennis Racket

“Game, Set, and Fusion” unites the beauty of art and tennis by utilising “Acrylic Fusion” to combine sport and creativity. I applied my signature technique to a tennis racket, ball and canvas to show how unexpected combinations can result in beautiful masterpieces.

From the power of a forearm smash to the delicate detail of a drop shot on centre court, the game of tennis is a living work of art. By capturing the creativity that lies within the game, this project translates the concept of movement and competition into a mesmerising visual narrative. Through the use of my unique “Acrylic Fusion” paint pouring technique, the tennis racket transcends its intended purpose to become a work of art in itself that maintains the spirit of the game while pushing its boundaries.

To capture the very essence of tennis, I took this artistic endeavour to new heights by applying the "Acrylic Fusion" paint pouring technique on several tennis balls. Using the racket as a medium, I “skilfully” struck the fusion-infused tennis balls onto a canvas which portrays an abstract tennis court. This captivating activation showcases the incredible final results, reinforcing the notion that unexpected combinations can indeed create breathtaking masterpieces.

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Photography & Videography:
@vntrcreative

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#art #artwork #artist #installation #acrylicfusion #painting #visualart #contemporaryart #fusion #gallery #exhibition #installation #creative #paintsplatter #ball #tennis #tennisracket #tennisracquet #tennislove #tennislife #wimbledon #usopen #tennisplayer #sport #atp #atptour #tenniscourt #wta #ausopen #australianopen
New Project: Game, Set and Fusion - Acrylic Fusion Tennis Racket

“Game, Set, and Fusion” unites the beauty of art and tennis by utilising “Acrylic Fusion” to combine sport and creativity. I applied my signature technique to a tennis racket, ball and canvas to show how unexpected combinations can result in beautiful masterpieces.

From the power of a forearm smash to the delicate detail of a drop shot on centre court, the game of tennis is a living work of art. By capturing the creativity that lies within the game, this project translates the concept of movement and competition into a mesmerising visual narrative. Through the use of my unique “Acrylic Fusion” paint pouring technique, the tennis racket transcends its intended purpose to become a work of art in itself that maintains the spirit of the game while pushing its boundaries.

To capture the very essence of tennis, I took this artistic endeavour to new heights by applying the "Acrylic Fusion" paint pouring technique on several tennis balls. Using the racket as a medium, I “skilfully” struck the fusion-infused tennis balls onto a canvas which portrays an abstract tennis court. This captivating activation showcases the incredible final results, reinforcing the notion that unexpected combinations can indeed create breathtaking masterpieces.

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Photography & Videography:
@vntrcreative

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#art #artwork #artist #installation #acrylicfusion #painting #visualart #contemporaryart #fusion #gallery #exhibition #installation #creative #paintsplatter #ball #tennis #tennisracket #tennisracquet #tennislove #tennislife #wimbledon #usopen #tennisplayer #sport #atp #atptour #tenniscourt #wta #ausopen #australianopen
New Project: Game, Set and Fusion - Acrylic Fusion Tennis Racket

“Game, Set, and Fusion” unites the beauty of art and tennis by utilising “Acrylic Fusion” to combine sport and creativity. I applied my signature technique to a tennis racket, ball and canvas to show how unexpected combinations can result in beautiful masterpieces.

From the power of a forearm smash to the delicate detail of a drop shot on centre court, the game of tennis is a living work of art. By capturing the creativity that lies within the game, this project translates the concept of movement and competition into a mesmerising visual narrative. Through the use of my unique “Acrylic Fusion” paint pouring technique, the tennis racket transcends its intended purpose to become a work of art in itself that maintains the spirit of the game while pushing its boundaries.

To capture the very essence of tennis, I took this artistic endeavour to new heights by applying the "Acrylic Fusion" paint pouring technique on several tennis balls. Using the racket as a medium, I “skilfully” struck the fusion-infused tennis balls onto a canvas which portrays an abstract tennis court. This captivating activation showcases the incredible final results, reinforcing the notion that unexpected combinations can indeed create breathtaking masterpieces.

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Photography & Videography:
@vntrcreative

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#art #artwork #artist #installation #acrylicfusion #painting #visualart #contemporaryart #fusion #gallery #exhibition #installation #creative #paintsplatter #ball #tennis #tennisracket #tennisracquet #tennislove #tennislife #wimbledon #usopen #tennisplayer #sport #atp #atptour #tenniscourt #wta #ausopen #australianopen
New Project: Tottenham Hotspur Football Club Acrylic Fusion Table

This unique artwork sculpture was commissioned for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club training ground hotel in collaboration with Blank Walls, with the aim of adding a touch of elegance and creativity to the establishment. This mesmerising artwork showcases how my signature “Acrylic Fusion” technique has been used to transform a table into a visually stunning and bespoke sculpture.

This beautifully shaped table is both a functional piece of furniture but also a symbol of artistic expression, utilising the brand colours of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club (Spurs) to embody the spirit of both the club and my artistic style.

The table top has a dimension of 180cm and is the largest artwork I have created to date. The process involved hand pouring paint and physically manoeuvring the table to activate the “Acrylic Fusion'' style. This produced beautiful and organic patterns which in turn transformed the table into a work of art resulting in a captivating visual experience for viewers.

The unveiled sculpture, showcased in the hotel's grand lobby, invites guests to appreciate the combination of both artistic expression and sporting passion. With its dynamic presence and striking aesthetics, it stands as a statement centrepiece within the decadent hotel.

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Collaboration: Blank Walls
Photographer:
@vntrcreative

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