Jon Fish: Journey of a Contemporary Artist
About Jon Fish Artist.
A comprehensive overview of Jonathon Fish’s background in art and audio cable manufacturing. It outlines his artistic influences, early struggles with dyslexia, and his eventual success as an artist with exhibitions and commissions worldwide.
How I Got Here!
For as long as I can remember, I have always been drawn to art and creativity. From an early age, I would spend countless hours sketching, painting, and building elaborate LEGO spaceships. These creations were inspired by my fascination with the space age and its boundless possibilities.
Influences on Early Work
Pink Floyd. The heavy metal and fantasy themes of Rainbow. The imaginative landscapes of Roger Dean. The dark and disturbing imagery of Giger.
These influences shaped my aesthetic and narrative style, leading to a unique blend of fantasy, surrealism, and the grotesque.
My early work was shaped by various influences, including:
Pink Floyd: The experimental and psychedelic elements of Pink Floyd’s music influenced the narrator’s artistic style.
Rainbow: The heavy metal and fantasy themes of Rainbow’s music influenced the narrator’s aesthetic and narrative style.
Roger Dean: Dean’s iconic fantasy landscapes inspired the narrator’s own imaginative and surreal imagery.
Giger: Giger’s biomechanical and grotesque art influenced the narrator’s darker and more disturbing imagery.
The Formative Years
Space Age
Growing up during the space age had a profound impact on my aspirations. I dreamed of becoming an astronaut, living in a Yes house, fighting aliens, and painting fantasy worlds. However, my journey took an unexpected turn when a teacher in junior school informed me that I could not read. This devastating blow to my confidence led me to give up on reading altogether.
Dyslexia
Thankfully, my parents fought for me and had me assessed. I was diagnosed with dyslexia, a condition that was not well-understood at the time. Despite this challenge, I persevered and eventually developed my own unique artistic style.
College
After finishing school, I received offers from three colleges in Nottingham based on my artwork. I made the wrong choice and stayed in the course for only a year. Then, I moved on to focus on creating and selling my art.
Pink Floyd:
Rainbow:
Roger Dean:
Giger:
The experimental and psychedelic elements of Pink Floyd’s music influenced the narrator’s artistic style.
The heavy metal and fantasy themes of Rainbow’s music influenced the narrator’s aesthetic and narrative style.
Dean’s iconic fantasy landscapes inspired the narrator’s own imaginative and surreal imagery.
Giger’s biomechanical and grotesque art likely influenced the narrator’s darker and more disturbing imagery.
Exhibitions
Emotions Through Painting
Exhibitions And Commissions
Exhibitions of paintings at the Nottingham Castle
Exhibitions of paintings at Rufford Abbey
Two private exhibitions in the lace market one per year.
Commissioned work for Erick Veng ENGINEERING & PRODUCTION A/S VENG INTERNATIONAL A/S
Liothow Grape limited edition run of 90 imagers for distribution to his international companies and supplies.
I have sold paintings that have gone all over the world, Denmark, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia that I know of.
Jonathon Fish MCP, IOSH PERSONAL PROFILE
Jonathon Fish Artist producing contemporary land and seascapes.
Jonathon Fish Artist, based in Nottingham, UK, is a distinguished artist specialising in contemporary land and seascape pieces. Known for his original artworks and limited edition prints, Jonathon captures the beauty of nature with a unique perspective. His creations resonate with art collectors and enthusiasts seeking pieces that evoke a sense of tranquillity and depth. Established in 1980, Jonathon Fish Artist has become a go-to destination for those appreciating modern art inspired by the elements of land and sea.
Jonathon Fish MCP, IOSH PERSONAL PROFILE
An enthusiastic, pragmatic and commercially astute planning & logistics professional, with specialist knowledge of events and exhibition organisation. Enjoys the challenge of a diverse remit, happy to be hands-on when required by the demands of a complex project.
This highly practical approach is one which has won the respect of colleagues, contractors and clients alike. The combination of an inquisitive mind and the desire to do things “properly” results in a focus on continuous improvement.
SUMMARY OF SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Strong client-facing, people and communication skills; primary contact for up to 1200 exhibitors.
Provides clear direction, including conveying technical information to non-technical personnel.
Briefing technical suppliers: rigging, electrical, sound, lighting, staging, carpet-fitting.
Sourcing venues and suppliers, handling all subsequent liaison and communication.
Budget management; up to £250K for facilities/amenities and £98K for advertising.
IOSH Health & Safety qualified, ensuring compliance at the venue.
Responsible for advertising: national and local press, TV and Radio.
Preparation of print-ready artwork: banners, billboards, VIP tickets and prospectuses.
Submission of reports: Health & Safety, Declaration of Intent, Logistics & Access, Legal Compliance.
Conducting site meetings; extensive communication with the venue and up to 300 contractors.
Keen problem-solving skills, remaining calm & composed in challenging circumstances.
Effective manager of change, even last-minute variances which impact on deadlines.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Set-up of Windows 7 server and Exchange email accounts.
Development and implementation of CRM systems.
Development and maintenance of company websites using HTML, Dreamweaver and Drupal.
Through keyword optimization elevated the website to page 1 on Google.
Database development and maintenance for a customer-base of 3,500.
Transfer of paper-based business Prospectus to CD-based then on-line.
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
John Fish Exhibitions Ltd:
Creating, developing and implementing the Technical Plan for 2 major annual exhibitions at high profile venues up to 13,000 square metres with a footfall of 80,000 per show.
Creating a floor plan to achieve maximum yield whilst incorporating Health & Safety regulations and compliance.
Stretton Leisure Ltd:
Working with one other colleague, responsible for achieving the delivery of a £1.5M project 6 weeks ahead of schedule. With the pressure of tight deadlines, the installations were carried out 7 days a week, including one full installation at one particular pub being completed in a single day which was unprecedented.
COMPUTER SKILLS & SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE
MS Office Suite Advanced
Auto CAD 2003 Basic
HTML Basic
InDesign Advanced
Photoshop Advanced
Illustrator Advanced
QuarkXpress Intermediate
Google Apps Intermediate
Zoho Intermediate
Drupal Intermediate
Windows 3.5 – 7 Advanced
“Shortened” CAREER HISTORY
April 2014 – To Now Self Employed
Professional Audio Cables
Professional Audio Cables offer services for companies, groups and individuals.
We offer the very best services in our field. However, we never settle for the second-best and always have your satisfaction as our top priority. It’s who we are, and we are proud of it – founded to supply Sound & Audio Visual cables for Home, Stage and Studio use.
April 1994 – March 2012 John Fish Exhibitions Ltd
Operations / Technical Director
Specialist exhibition organisers within the travel industry, responsible for organising the UK’s largest Holiday & Travel shows at Manchester Central (formerly GMEX) and Glasgow SECC as well as exhibitions in ExCeL in London and Cardiff Arena.
April 1994 – July 1989 Stretton Leisure Ltd
Installation Engineer
Delivering and installing fruit machines, jukeboxes and pool tables for this leading provider of gaming products. Working with customers throughout the pub retail trade required a flexible approach in order to minimise disruption to clients’ business during opening hours.
June 1987 – April 1989 Showcase Cinemas
Operations Manager
Reporting to the General Manager, a diverse role incorporating HR, payroll, retail, finance, health & safety and marketing. Responsible for administering corporate policies and procedures, ensuring high standards of customer service and satisfaction.
HIGHEST POSITION & LEVEL OF EDUCATION
Director / Department head
HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION
HNC, HND, City and Guild Dip./Cert. – NVQ Level 4
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
January 2008 Microsoft Certified Professional
April 2011 Institution of Occupational Safety & Health
March 2010 Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
New College Nottingham
City & Guilds Level 1-3 Microsoft Office Application
July 2004 K.B. Forklift Training RTITB Accredited Lift Training: FBL 1350kg
November- December 2001 Visions Learning
QuarkXpress Introductory Level
QuarkXpress Intermediate Level
October- November 2000 Trent Training
RTITB Accredited Lift Training: Yale Electric Counterbalance 3630lbs
Take a look at my original artwork
I am a contemporary Impressionist artist specializing in land and seascape paintings.
My captivating original works showcase diverse landscapes. They range from serene coastlines to rolling hills and ethereal skies. These works show a keen eye for detail and a deep passion for the natural world.
My art invites viewers to fully immerse themselves in its beauty.
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