Sean Crossley. Excess/Support

Sean Crossley’s ‘Excess/Support’, presents a body of 100 paintings worked through from 2019 to 2023. From the onset, this broad network of paintings has been conceived and developed for the format of publication. These works now converge within the pages of this volume, offering readers a glimpse into the artist's intricate creative process. From fleeting moments of inspiration to prolonged periods of contemplation, each painting reflects Crossley's constant pursuit of artistic 'enoughness'. Through a delicate interplay of form and function, he navigates the complexities of excess, embracing the boundless potential inherent in the act of creation itself. 'Excess/Support' could be considered as a ‘toolbox’, a practical means to ‘reading’ the installation projects, both past and future, that make up Sean’s painting practice. The book serves as a testament to the transformative power of art and celebrates the nuanced interplay between concept and execution.