Blue Lotus

Between 2020 and 2021, Kitson commenced a transformative series of reimagined life drawings, infusing them with rich symbolism, mythology, and vibrant colors. This body of work ultimately paved the way for his compelling ‘Shadow Work’ project.

Rod alongside 4 pieces of his Blue Lotus exhibition on a white wall
by MANDRAKE

MANDRAKE

Size:41x58cm

A mysterious and mystical plant revered and feared through the ages.

by it came from the egg

it came from the egg

Size:41x58cm

Thinking about evolution, from reptilian prehistory through birds and into the mammalian realm.

by Guru

Guru

Size:41x58cm

by Goat Boy

Goat Boy

Size:42x59cm

by The Dew Comes Right Before the Dawn

The Dew Comes Right Before the Dawn

Size:93x122cm

Large scale painting of oil and ink on paper mounted on to board and framed.

by FROM the red earth

FROM the red earth

Size:93x122cm

Large scale oil and ink painting.

by infinity wing

infinity wing

Size:58x42cm

In this painting I wanted to place the whole idea of taking flight within one body, so that not only the external tools of flying like feathers, but also the infinite space of the sky, was within the form, self sufficient and self contained.

by In the Oak

In the Oak

Size:42x58cm

Preserver of life in the form of boats, and vessel for which to take the body to the next life, as casket back into the soil.

by Chthonic Boom! Plague of Monkeys

Chthonic Boom! Plague of Monkeys

Size:58x42cm

Ink, oil on paper mounted on board.