Mr Dot (Clarke Reynolds)
Blending bold colour, tactile language, and a rebellious pop art spirit, Clarke Reynolds is revolutionizing how we experience art. As the UK’s leading Braille artist, he transforms accessibility into aesthetic, turns words into patterns, language into texture, and sight loss into a powerful new way of seeing.
Mr Dot (Clarke reynolds)
Clarke Reynolds: The Artist Behind the Dots
Clarke Reynolds is a visionary artist whose practice revolves around Braille. But don’t mistake this for a niche concept; his work bursts with the pop energy of Warhol, the playful abstraction of Hirst, and the conceptual depth of Holzer. The dots aren’t just symbols; they are colours, textures, and coded messages that challenge the way we interact with art.
Born with limited sight in one eye and experiencing progressive sight loss in his 30s, Clarke describes his vision as “seeing underwater.” But where others may have seen limits, he saw a new way of creating. His work ensures that both the sighted and the blind can engage with it—through vibrant visuals, tangible textures, and hidden messages woven into each piece.
A Pop Art Puzzle That You Can Feel
Clarke’s pieces are playful yet profound. Using oversized wooden Braille dots, he constructs bold, tactile compositions—each coated in vivid, hard-wearing paint, inviting touch and interaction. His signature 26-colour alphabet system transforms phrases into patterns, allowing the viewer to decode the hidden messages within. Think of it as an art-meets-rainy-day-puzzle moment—if Warhol had a secret message hidden under each screen print.
Some pieces take on a deliberate visual form—clusters of coloured dots arranged like a three-flavoured ice lolly, inviting the eye to dance across the surface. Others revel in abstraction, where only those with the patience to stare at the dots long enough (or use Clarke’s colour-coded decryption system) will unlock the full narrative.
Beyond the canvas, Clarke’s work extends into immersive experiences—UV-lit rooms where Braille dots glow in the dark, seating areas designed to let you feel Braille in unexpected ways, and interactive storytelling elements that bridge the gap between sight and touch.
The Box Gallery & Mr Dot
We are proud to be working with Clarke on the direction of his next projects.
His work is not just an artistic statement; it’s a movement. If you’d like to know more, arrange a private viewing, or discuss a commission (as many already have), get in touch via our website or Instagram.
His work is not just an artistic statement; it’s a movement. If you’d like to know more, arrange a private viewing, or discuss a commission (as many already have), get in touch via our webiste or Instagram.
Selected Exhibitions & Shows
- "Journey by Dots" at Aspex Portsmouth: Solo exhibition, reflecting his personal and artistic journey.
- "Five Degrees of Vision" at Grove Gallery, London: A solo exhibition exploring the relationship between visual and tactile art.
- "Windows of the Soul": A group exhibition highlighting Clarke's participation alongside mainstream artists, emphasizing the beauty of Braille in art.
- Affordable Art Fair, 2023, making visual art accessible through touch.