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I Like Things I Remember - An Exhibition by Jonathan McKinstry

Jonathan McKinstry's solo exhibition 'I like things I remember' is a collection of paintings inspired by childhood memories of fun, games, and tasty treats!

I Like Things I Remember - An Exhibition by Jonathan McKinstry

About I Like Things I Remember - An Exhibition by Jonathan McKinstry

15th Feb 2025 to 31st May 2025
10am - 5pm
Platform Glasgow
1000 Westerhouse Road, Glasgow East End G34 9JW
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Jonathan McKinstry’s solo exhibition is a collection of nostalgic paintings inspired by childhood memories of fun, games and toys from the 1980s.

The paintings explore a nostalgia that comes from growing up while holding onto a love for pop culture from a time past. Iconic imagery from the 70s and 80s, including, Wimpy Burgers, My Little Pony and Star Wars are referenced, with the colours of branding and packaging used to invoke memories of McKinstry’s youth. Jonathan’s favourite childhood board games are featured too, like Operation, Buckaroo and Hungry Hippos. Action figures, one of Jonathan’s lasting loves, also play a part in the exhibition.

“It’s the most painting I have done in my life. I feel like I have achieved something and I hope people will like them”, says Jonathan. With the support of artist Jason Davis at the Project Ability studios, he has made a total of 27 individual artworks. “He’s that second guy, you know? A second pair of eyes” he says about Jason, appreciative of the support offered by the tutor, helping him select shades of red or even discussing shape and composition.

Jonathan attends Project Ability’s Aspire programme for people with learning disabilities, where his practice has expanded thanks to the creative and supportive environment and his love for popular media makes people smile.

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