Joe Morris

Joe Morris’ artwork is both ancient and contemporary, drawing upon pre-history and universal geometry to create art that occupies a realm somewhere between painting and sculpture.

An Ancient Material, Reimagined

Tadelakt lime plaster has been used in Morocco for centuries as a decorative wall covering. Joe has developed his own unique techniques to create artworks with this ancient material, subtly blending pigments and carving into the surface to create the image. Geometry is central to his practice, and the circle, the most elemental of shapes, offers him endless ways to explore simplicity and symmetry.

“I find the process magical and alchemic: you start with a white powder and turn it into a beautiful, solid, colourful, shining object. My work is largely inspired by nature, the elemental forces which shape the landscape, and the megalithic monuments of ancient Britain. The aim is to make quiet, contemplative art which will connect with people at a deep, universal level.”

Commissions & Murals

As well as creating unique wall-hanging artworks on board, Joe also takes on commissions for permanent in-situ murals. These can be created directly onto a wall, either as an original piece or as a large-scale version of one of his existing works. Tadelakt murals can be any size or shape: curved, wrapped around corners, and in almost any colour, leaving virtually no limit to the creative potential. Please contact the Rise Art team for more information.