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Neil Simone
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Born in London in 1947, Neil studied graphic art and design. Whilst working on an exhibition for M.O.T.E.C., The Multi-Occupational Training and Education Centre, opened by HRH The Princess Anne in 1969, he discovered the delights of Harrogate, North Yorkshire where from 1971 until 2003 he lived and worked. Now sharing his life and studio with his wife and partner Heather, in a converted village school in the village of Whixley, between Harrogate and York, Neil's work continues to evolve and expand.
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For over three decades his painting ability and dedication has led to the development of an innovative concept and style, as distinctive as it is unique. Neil's work has a visually compelling quality that arrests the attention and goes on to enlighten the imagination. For those who admire and appreciate good art, it is impossible to ignore the potency of his imagery. With infinite detail, beautiful symmetry and balance, each painting holds a fascinating ambiguity that invites interpretation.
Featured on television, and numerous journalistic reviews, his work continues to create interest around the world and has been exhibited in many leading galleries throughout Britain, Europe and the USA.
In 2004, Neil celebrated 25 years of publishing signed limited edition prints. With a permanent gallery space exhibiting both original oil paintings and prints, the Old School welcomes those with a discerning eye for fine art.
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Heather Simone
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Born in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Heather had no idea that she had a talent for painting until she met Neil Simone.
Encouraged and inspired by Neil, Heather soon began to develop her own style of painting and an interest in character studies which has led to several commissioned portraits.
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In the village of Whixley, North Yorkshire, where she shares the studio and galleries alongside Neil, Heather now helps run the Simone Studio and Galleries whilst working as a professional painter in her own right.
Allied to her character studies, Heather also paints wildlife, still life and Trompe L'Oeil.
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Collectors Include:
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Exhibitions Include:
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Mr Hughie Green
Mr Russell Hunter
Elkie Brooks
Mr Theakston
Mr T Genaty (Brussels)
Mr E Deppe (Germany)
Dr Lew (Australia)
Mr Schofield
Barbara Taylor Bradford (Novellist)
Mr P Graef (Plett Lighting)
Mr & Mrs Stones
Mr & Mrs Hay
Mrs B Dutton (Formerly of Creskeld Gallery)
Mr & Mrs Rigney (USA)
Mr JP Burrows (Computer Engineer)
Mr & Mrs JK Dewar
Dr Lawn
G Felda Hardymon (USA)
Mr & Mrs Van Royan Visee
Mr & Mrs J Wilson
Mr & Mrs W Bible (USA)
Mr Brear
Mr Paul Radcliffe
Mr & Mrs Ainsley
Mr & Mrs Stocks
Mr & Mrs Bolton
Mr & Mrs Gorton
Mr & Mrs Crawford
Mr & Mrs Haslinger
Mr & Mrs C Stanley
Mr & Mrs McInerney
Chris & Linda Simpson (Magna Carta)
Mr & Mrs Douglas Hurd
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Anthony Parton Gallery
Sands Gallery
Austen Hayes Gallery
Northern Academy (1976-77)
Victoria Gallery
Royal Scottish Academy (1977)
Fina Gallery
Torrance Gallery, Edinburgh
Aquarius Gallery, Harrogate
Radlett Gallery, Herts
Goosewell Gallery
Squardo Gallery
Look Gallery, Helmsley
Chantry House Gallery
Harrods Gallery, London
T.P.S. Ilkley
Greenwood Gallery
Glenrhydding Gallery
Headrow Gallery
Ochlschlaeger Gallery, Florida USA
Arun Arts Centre, Arundel, W. Sussex
The Salon des Nations, Paris 1984
Constable Studio, Dorset
Metropolis Galiere International D'Art, Geneva
Alwin Gallery, London
Creskeld Gallery 1983-95
Breezy's Art Apartment 1995-96
Blackheath Gallery, London
West One Gallery 1996-2004
Harrogate Art Apartment
Simone Studio 1994 - 1999
Atlas Galleries, Chicago
Art Expo 98, New York
Lieth Gallery, Edinburgh
Newby Hall 2001-2004
Simone Studio & Galleries 2004
The Old School Whixley 2003 -
Sutcliffe Galleries Harrogate 2005 -
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