| Boothman was born in 1973 in Bristol, England. In 1994, after having finished his formal education at the University of the West of England, he moved to the 13th century village of Monflanquin, France, to study under the direction of ‘Master’ Patrick Betaudier.
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| There, at the Atelier Neo Medici, he was taught a modern version of the Renaissance technique known as the “Technique Mixed’. This technique, which combines detailed under-painting with transparent oil glazes, dates back to the time of the 15th century Flemish master Jan van Eyck. It delivers a unique depth and solidity of color, with fine control over shadows and highlights.
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| Boothman has continued to develop his own version of the technique mixed, adapting it to suit his contemporary themes and subject matter. He has found a balance between skilled draftsmanship, a detailed understanding of the application of paint and beautiful, expressive images.
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| Concentrating on mainly figurative work, he first creates a highly detailed under-painting in monochrome, where the whole figure is well lit. When this is completed he applies a large number of color glazes, gradually pushing areas of the figures into darkness and producing a strong sense of light and dimension.
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| Boothman’s paintings contain a real sense of light and depth. Although almost photographic looking, unlike a photograph it is possible under bright light to find the almost-lost forms revealed within the shadows. He has always been most interested in painting people and feels his technique really lends itself to the human form surrounded by drapery. 'Still life' is also appropriate subject matter, particularly objects made from detailed or complicated materials.
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| Boothman has exhibited successfully since 1994 in London, England, particular at the Albermarle Gallery in London's West End, and in France. He currently lives and works in St.Tropez, in the South of France.
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