A WHARFEDALE artist is exhibiting his work in the gallery at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough.

Beside the Seaside will feature paintings by Tony Dexter and can be seen from Thursday, July 13 to Saturday, August 26.

Tony’s vibrant canvases feature Filey coble fishing boats, Whitby trawlers, fish, crabs, the seashore, seaweed, and beach rocks.

Working with acrylic on canvas, Tony is inspired by and reflects East Coast images in a bold, vivid, contemporary and unique way.

Tony, who lives near Ilkley, trained in fine art and sculpture in the 1960s and then had a commercial career but since his retirement has taken up painting full-time.

Tony said: “While my subjects are varied my paintings are bold and contemporary and often portray the differences between tranquillity and mobility. I’m also interested in looking at a subject from another perspective or angle so rather than create a photographic image I like to encourage the audience to have some emotional attraction and involvement.

“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to bring my work to Scarborough because it echoes many happy family days and holidays we have enjoyed along the coast.”

Tony Dexter has exhibited at the Great North Art Show, Skipton’s Art in the Pen and Neil’s Gallery in Filey.

Beside the Seaside can be seen in the Gallery at the SJT from 10am to 6pm, Mondays to Saturdays, except during show times. Entry is free.

For further information on Tony Dexter, visit his website: www.ilikethat.me