Over the past two decades, the sculptor and painter Robin Greenwood, who has died of a brain tumour aged 72, made a significant contribution to the discussion of abstract art, through his activities as a gallerist, writer and promoter of online debate. During these years, his art flourished and he leaves behind an impressive body of paintings and steel sculpture, the latter characterised by its complex articulation and mixture of delicacy and strength.
Robin was born in Manchester, to Harry, a commercial traveller and church-organist, and Connie (nee Chiltern), a tailor, housewife and painter. He attended Wilmslow grammar school, before studying art at Stockport College of Further Education, where he met Sarah Dixon. They moved to London in 1968, married the following year, and had a son, Charley.
