Vivien Thomason - Abstract Artist
Vivien Thomason is a consummate colourist. She has always drawn and painted. Her practice is based on dripping and swirling liquid acrylic colour to create thought-provoking abstract works. Her principal themes are feminism, the state of the world and the climate crisis. Her work veers towards the Gothic, but is not without humour. After a career in fashion spanning many years, she now pours her passion into her art full time. Her solo show Frays and Furies is at Highate Literary and Scientific Institute Gallery
4-17 July 2025. Originally from Carlisle, Cumbria, Vivien lives in north London.
Vivien's art conveys vibrant energy and emotional depth through a symphony of colours. Each piece is a reflection of her unique perspective and creativity, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a fever dream vision of abstract art.
Her influences include Frank Bowling, Marlene Dumas, Souza, Odilon Reddon and Gauguin.
Vivien has exhibited in group shows 'Oh Rose Cut in Rock' , showcasing emerging female artists in 2023 and 'Passages' in 2024 at Shipton Street Gallery and at Hornsey Original Galley. 'Frays and Furies' is her first big solo show.
