The British neuroscientist launches an exhibition of his striking paintings at the Frederick Harris Gallery.
Wilf Tilley, whose real name is Michael Miller, was a student at the Royal College of Art in London before becoming an Oxford University-educated neuroscientist.
After a successful career as a researcher, Tilley, who lectures at the University of Tokyo, says he can refocus his energy on art now that his daughter is grown up.
The renaissance man is heavily influenced by the Renaissance masters.
Two of his more potent works are recreations of the 16th-century artists Quinten Massys and Lucas Cranach the Elder.
Refusing to conform to one style, he dabbles in satire, with his caricatures of modern political leaders, as well as realism, illustrated in his reinterpretations of hand-colored photos from 1930s Asia.
“Science is an experimental discipline,” he says.
“Painting is also experimental. I can use any technique I like, as long as the image is convincing in the end.”
Gallery Exhibition
Nov 28–Dec 18
Gallery Reception
Free
Open to adults, invitees and Members only
