Tim Shaw
Tim Shaw
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Tim Shaw was a British artist known professionally as Tim Shaw RA.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: 1953
Died: October 28, 2009
Nationality and Profession(s)
Nationality: British
Profession: Artist (painter, sculptor, and draughtsman)
Early Life and Background
Tim Shaw was born in 1953. He studied at the Harrow School of Art before moving to London where he worked as a painter, sculptor, and draughtsman.
Major Accomplishments
Shaw's early work consisted of large-scale sculptures that were often humorous or provocative. In his later career, Shaw turned to more conventional forms such as figurative painting.
Notable Works or Actions
Some notable works by Tim Shaw include "The Devil in the Porcelain", a series of paintings depicting an enigmatic and menacing figure, as well as "Head of the Bed", a sculpture that explored themes of intimacy and vulnerability.
Impact and Legacy
Tim Shaw's work is often characterized as "difficult" or challenging. His use of bright colors and unconventional forms frequently provoked strong reactions from viewers. In his later career, Shaw began to explore more traditional mediums such as oil painting, but he continued to push the boundaries of what was considered acceptable in contemporary art.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Tim Shaw's work continues to be widely discussed due to its bold and uncompromising style. His willingness to challenge his audience through his art has made him a significant figure in contemporary British art.
Shaw's legacy also extends beyond his own work, as he was an influential teacher who encouraged many younger artists to experiment with unconventional forms and techniques.
In addition to his artistic achievements, Shaw was also known for his wit and humor. His "Devil in the Porcelain" paintings are often seen as humorous or satirical, reflecting Shaw's lighthearted approach to even the darkest of subjects.
Shaw's passing in 2009 was widely mourned by the art community, but his work continues to be celebrated for its originality and its willingness to challenge our expectations of what art should be.
Quotes by Tim Shaw
I know it's going to be a different challenge next week, but I think we've taken the necessary steps in these first three games. Just keep improving and we're going to see if we're ready.
It's working on little things ? like not crossing your feet over, keeping your head up when you're going to make a tackle, staying low. It's all just basic fundamentals that you lose as time goes on if you don't work on them.
It's so much easier to get back on the field after a touchdown than it is after a turnover or something. When you have that momentum with you, it's so much easier to go on the field when your offense is rolling.
It's good, and it's bad. It's strange being away from your family. But last year, I was sitting at home with them on Christmas wishing I was somewhere else.
It starts with the work ethic and he's such a natural leader that anybody who works as much as he works is going to be followed. He serves as a great example of what needs to be done.
It's just important for us to keep improving. If we have a great week this week, that's just going to give us confidence going into the Big Ten schedule.
That's just team ball at its best. The defense makes a big stop, a turnover, the offense puts it in. That's everyone doing their job and doing something above and beyond. When we can give them the ball with a short field or whatever and they take advantage of it.
