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WHATIFTHEWORLD is pleased to present Upside Down, a solo exhibition by John Murray.

The paintings in this show continue to reflect my emphasis on the method and the act of painting, prioritising it over the subject matter.

The idea of not having full control when painting appeals to me. I become immersed in mark-making and painting, allowing the surface’s marks, textures, and colours to guide my decision-making. I start this process with uncertainty, not knowing where it may lead me or what the ultimate outcome will look like.

To me, these paintings resemble landscapes. They are like walking …