Richard Nattoo
Richard Nattoo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Richard Nattoo 1993 |
| Nationality | Jamaican |
| Alma mater | University of Technology, Jamaica |
| Occupation | Visual artist |
| Website | richardnattoo |
Richard Nattoo (born 1993) is a Jamaican visual artist.[1]
Biography[edit]
Richard Nattoo was born in Spanish Town, Jamaica, in 1993.[2][3] He received his early education from Ardenne High School in Kingston.[4][3] He pursued his studies in architecture at the University of Technology, Jamaica.[5][3] Later, he transitioned to a career as an artist.[5]
Richard has showcased his work in several exhibitions at the National Gallery of Jamaica,[5] including the Jamaica Biennial (2014, 2017), Young Talent (2015), Digital (2016), and the Summer Exhibition (2019).[3][6] He has also held solo exhibitions titled Reverberation of the Silent Echo (2014),[7] Fragility (2019),[3][4] Fragility Part 2 (2019),[3][6] Existential, Salvation II – The Beautiful Depression,[8] and When My Father Took Us Fishing.[8]
His primary mediums are watercolors, pen and ink on canvas. Nattoo currently resides and works in Kingston.[5]
The Rabbit, The Wanderer and The Majician[edit]
Richard's work explores the transition from childhood to adulthood, in a Westernized society, exploring the loss of childhood and forgotten majic.[9] It chronicles the journey of three central characters: the Wanderer, a Rabbit, and a Majician—the latter being a young boy named Ian.[9]
The Wanderer symbolizes Richard's personal journey towards maturity, grappling with a newfound sense of numbness and detachment.[9] This emotional void leads to an encounter with the Rabbit, who in turn introduces him to the Majician.[9] Together, they traverse a forest, seeking wisdom from their ancestors to rediscover the innocence and passion of youth.[9]
Awards and recognition[edit]
- 2020: Prime Minister Youth Award (Arts and Culture)[10][11]
- 2022: Winner of the Reimagine Nanny Competition[12]
- 2023: Fellow at the Noldor Artist Residency, Ghana[9][13]
References[edit]
- ^ Beckford, Gorgette (June 16, 2022). "Natoo is Seabed's 'poster boy'". Jamaica Observer.
- ^ "H&L collaborates with artist Richard Nattoo for corporate card series". Jamaica Observer. December 19, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f "Out of darkness, hope: A New Year chat with Jamaican artist Richard Nattoo". January 4, 2022.
- ^ a b "Nattoo's Fragility – The sound of art". Jamaica Gleaner. June 2, 2019.
- ^ a b c d "The Rabbit, the Wanderer and the Majician: Caribbean Quarterly: Vol 69, No 1".
- ^ a b "Richard Nattoo creates unique styles - Showcases at Kingston's newest art space – R Hotel's Gene Pearson Gallery". Jamaica Gleaner. September 8, 2019.
- ^ "Psychedelic art brings out hidden meanings". Jamaica Gleaner. July 13, 2014.
- ^ a b "Young artist creates own space to showcase his talent". Jamaica Gleaner. January 7, 2022.
- ^ a b c d e f Nattoo, Richard (January 2, 2023). "The Rabbit, the Wanderer and the Majician". Caribbean Quarterly. 69 (1): 3–8. doi:10.1080/00086495.2023.2194204 – via CrossRef.
- ^ "Richard Nattoo honoured by PM Youth Award - Illustrator-musician 'takes flight' with latest project". Jamaica Gleaner. December 16, 2020.
- ^ "Interactive children's book gives spin on Caribbean Christmas". Jamaica Gleaner. December 24, 2021.
- ^ "Art pieces and movie reimagine Queen Nanny". Jamaica Gleaner. December 3, 2022.
- ^ "Visiting Fellow Richard Nattoo permanently recognized at Institute of Jamaica Museum Collection". July 31, 2023.