The World of Glass, St Helens
Ulrich was born in 1937 and is a product of the Liverpool College of Art where he studied in the late 1950’s.
His artwork combines the old-fashioned skill of drawing with an original and surreal imagination supported by a considerable depth of technical knowledge and competence.
He adheres enthusiastically to a long tradition of craftmanship in all aspects of his work while simultaneously keeping one eye on the world of contemporary art and current thinking.
In his own words, “He has ploughed his own furrow”.
This retrospective exhibition brings together drawings, painting and prints from all stages of Ulrich’s career and stands as a testimony to, and celebration of, a long and successful artistic life.
Paul Cousins 2019
Review
Ulrich West -A Retrospective The World of Glass in St.Helens. Ulrich combines old school drawing with a contemporary understanding of line and tone underpinned with a surrealist sense of humour. A must see exhibition. On Until 8th March 2019
Paul Cousins @paulcousins13
Local Ashton artist Ulrich West has a fantastic ‘Retrospective’ Exhibition at St. Helens World of Glass. Over 100 pieces, an incredible body of work with many genres and differing styles exhibited until 12th March Medium star!
Jenny Burrow @bullen_jenny
Always loved Ulrich’s work. I was lucky enough to swap a painting with him many years ago for a beautifully intricate collage piece. I still enjoy it daily.
Keith Murdoch @keithmurdoch
Ulrich West 