Eric Cameron
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Eric Cameron (Born Leicester, UK in 1935) is a Canadian artist living in Calgary, Alberta known for his conceptual works.
In 1979, Eric Cameron began applying coats of gesso to some objects that just happened to be lying around his Halifax apartment. Since then, a total of sixty or so “Thick Paintings” have been initiated; about half are in museum collections across Canada, while the rest continue to be worked on. His earlier works include the “Process Paintings” produced with masking tape grids and often brightly coloured, mostly from 1964 to 1972. His videotapes date mainly from 1973 to 1976. Following studies in painting and art history in England, Eric Cameron has taught a total of 47 years at Universities in England and Canada. He presently holds the position of University Professor at the University of Calgary and was the recipient of the Governor General's Award in 2004.
