

John has showcased his paintings across the United Kingdom over the past six decades in numerous competitive exhibitions.
His creative process involves exploring invented forms within a space and investigating tonal relationships, making drawing an essential tool for his artistic exploration.
Born and raised in Macclesfield, Cheshire, John's artistic journey began at Stockport College, where his Foundation course played a crucial role in shaping his career ambitions. Inspired and motivated by his tutors, John found the encouragement he needed to pursue his passion for art, later returning as a full-time tutor.
John maintained an active artistic career, prolific in terms of painting and drawing and with a very impressive individual exhibition biography.
He is a distinguished figure in the art world and has made significant contributions to the field of painting.
In addition to his remarkable artistic achievements, John dedicated many years to nurturing the next generation of artists through his roles at the University of Chester. As a respected educator, he inspired countless students with his dedication to art and drive for excellence. His influence extends beyond the classroom, as he has played a pivotal role in shaping the creative landscape of the University and the broader community.

Northern Young Contemporaries Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester 1965/1969/1970.
Northern Young Contemporaries: selected works - University of Stirling 1970
University of Manchester, School of Architecture 1970.
Manchester Academy of Fine Arts. Manchester City Art Gallery, 1966/76/77/78/79/80/97
Joint winner: Stowells Trophy Painting Prize 1970-71.F.B.A Galleries, London 1971.
Haworth Art Gallery, Accrington. Group Show 1976.
John Renshaw & John Webber - Lantern Gallery, Worsley, Manchester July 1978
John Renshaw & John Webber - Portico Library, Manchester September 1978
Stowells Exhibition (past winners) Royal Academy of Arts Diploma Galleries, London 1979
New Grafton Gallery, Old Bond Street, London, 1981/82/84 “Artists of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow”
New Grafton Gallery, Old Bond Street, London, 1982 – 20th Century English Painting & Drawing.
Mixed Exhibitions. Mercury Gallery, Cork Street, London 1981/86/1996.
CXXXV x V – 135 works by 5 artists: Five Northern Artists. Stockport Art Gallery. 1985.
Royal Institute of British Watercolour Painters, London. 1988
New English Art Club, London.1992
Lynne Stern Associates, Dover Street, London: mixed shows: 1991/1992/1993
Cheshire Art in Tuscany/ Palazzo D’Arnolfo, San Giovanni Valdarno, Provincia di Arrezzo, Italy. October 1993.
Cygnet Fine Art. Toronto, Canada. – Mixed Exhibition – July 1995.
Seven for Seven – Masterclass - Group Show – Gallery 7, Hong Kong 1995.
Summer Exhibition – Gallery 7, Hong Kong 1996
St. Helens Open Exhibition – 1996/1997
Chichester Open Art Exhibition – 1998 /99 /2000
The Roman Black Gallery, London 1999
Department of Fine Art , University of Chester: Exhibition: Alvarno College, Milwaukee, USA, 2002
Royal Academy of Arts, London: Summer Exhibitions: work exhibitied:
1992-3drawings/.1993-2drawings/.1994-3drawings/.1996-1painting.
1999-1painting./2001-2paintings/2002-1painting/2013-1painting/2014-2paintings
2015-1painting/2017-2 paintings
‘Profile’ – Group Exhibition. Grosvenor Museum and Art Gallery, Chester 2003.
‘Anthology: John Renshaw – Recent Paintings’ – ‘Ligne Roset’, Manchester 2004. curated by ‘Comme Ca Art’, Manchester.
Transactions: An Experimental Exchange: Joint Exhibition: Daniel Boetker-Smith (Photography) John Renshaw (Paintings): Grosvenor Museum, Chester: 18.11.06 – 21.1.07.
‘Negotiated Positions’–‘Repeat Repeat’- an International two-day conference and group exhibition, University of Chester. 2007 (catalogue entry 2 images and accompanying text: ISBN 978-1-905929-21-4 / 9-781905-929214):
Kurt Schwitters in England – Authenticity, Reproduction, Simulation 2009: Conference & Group Exhibition - University of Chester in conjunction with the Littoral Arts Trust
‘Encounter’ – Group exhibition. Novas Contemporary Urban Centre, Liverpool. 2009
‘Intro’ – Department of Art & Design Group Exhibition. Cube Manchester 2010
‘The Conversation’ – Group Exhibition. Christ Church, Chester 2010
Ludlow Open Exhibition - Ludlow, Shropshire – 2012 /2013
Grosvenor Museum, Chester ‘Pure Beauty -The Pleasures of Abstract Art. Group exhibition 2013/14
Flowers Gallery, London. ‘Small is Beautiful XXXI ’ – ‘Whose Afraid of Red, Yellow and Blue’: 3 Dec13 - 4 Jan.14.
Royal Watercolour Society: Contemporary Watercolour Open Exhibition. Bankside Gallery, London 2015
The Regency Gallery: (on-line) 2016
The Strand Gallery: London 2016
Stockport Art Gallery: Group exhibition: 2.3.16 – 9.4.16
Findings’ – solo exhibition. Contemporary Art Space, University of Chester. 13.4.16 – 27.4.16
Retake/Reinvent:Group Exhibition: Royal Cambrian Academy :10.9.16 -15.10.16
Retake/Reinvent: Group Exhibition: Oriel Yns Mon. Llangefni. Anglesey: 24.9.16-6.10.16
(see: Retake Reinvent blog spot – images ( after Morandi ) and interviews )
John Renshaw: A Retrospective: Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery :05.04.25 - 18.05.25
John Renshaw: Revisited: PinkMCR: 25.09.26 - 29.09.26
T.S. ELLIOT

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