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Biography

Artist John Berrick working in his studio

Behind the artwork

John's rich creative life, both professionally and personally, informs every piece that he creates. Setting the perfect stage, John experiments, plays and curates his materials to reveal the hidden stories of the landscape.

Artist John Berrick standing with his artworks

John Berrick studied at the National Art School in Sydney, subsequently teaching art and drama. In 1993, he joined the Walt Disney Company, promoting Disney characters, films and merchandise throughout Asia. In 2012, John moved to France as Vice President of Entertainment at Disneyland Paris, where he still resides.

While writing, designing and directing these shows, John kept visual diaries of all his travels - references, sketches, swatches and scraps torn from brochures, magazines and newspapers. He discovered collage as a form to unite these disparate origins and materials. John's style has evolved into the increasingly abstract and evocative, culminating in a distinctive personal expression.

Exhibitions

John is currently represented by McKay Williamson Gallery in Notting Hill, London.

  • 'Over the Hills and Faraway' solo exhibition at McKay Williamson Gallery in London, November 2023.
  • Two exhibitions at Studio 57 in Paris (including press critique review).
  • 'Riders in the Bois' Exhibition, Studio Rouge in Hong Kong, 2013
  • Surry Hills Gallery Sydney
  • Shinberg Galleries  Paddington Sydney
  • Newcastle represented in  the University of Newcastle collection
Artist John Berrick sketching a landscape scene en plein air Artist John Berrick sketching a landscape scene en plein air