People who work in the creative sector typically have a portfolio of jobs and no one thing defines them, that is the same for Helen and she is not unique in this respect and describes the plethora of activities she undertakes in her art practice. In Helen’s case she makes and sells contemporary original prints, Often […]
Continue readingGlynis is a printmaker based in West London. Her work incorporates both traditional print methods and experimental mixed media, focusing on self-portraiture and identity. After studying at St Martin’s School of Art, and gaining an MA at Brighton University, Glynis worked in illustration and design, and now, predominantly, as a printmaker. She explores working with […]
Continue readingOur choice for the Sheila Sloss Award. Euan’s main work focussed on printed linocut on the fold of deeply folded paper which was then corrugated through a press, and encompassed strips of printed paper woven into the structure, thus making the prints three dimensional. We enjoyed his use of a close pastel colour tone, the […]
Continue readingWe chose Eleanor Street for her “Liminal Immanent”, a large scale relief print over metal stands (which could alternatively be displayed as a book.). Eleanor also exhibited delicate printed ceramic tiles. The display plays around various notions of print structure of form. Though the work started as a book it has other potential means […]
Continue readingWe chose “Dayglow ll” using lithography and laser cut with pencil. We appreciated the variety and extent of her landscape inspired work. The print work was presented in rows with a number of prints hung on extended steel wire hangers about 30cm away from the main block of prints. Hence the form of the […]
Continue readingOriginally from Wales, but having travelled extensively and lived in North London for a long time, Venessa’s printmaking practice is informed by her interest in her current and remembered surroundings and the extensive use of her watercolour diaries. Her subject matter varies but is always based on a close engagement with the natural world. Venessa’s […]
Continue readingSome evenings opposite my house an owl hoots throughout the night. No matter what time it is, before sunrise, he is still hooting. I’m listening and I’m there with him, in the tree, in his home. You know this too. Pass by a series of rabbit holes along the bank that runs by the school […]
Continue readingMicheal’s artistic work has evolved over many years, stimulated by an enthusiasm to experiment, developing different approaches and to express ideas through application. Batik Design Within his creative process the knowledge of various traditional printing making methods is combined with the use of computer software. There is an element of cross referencing and point of […]
Continue readingLaura is a painter/printmaker working mainly with screen print. Her subject matter is varied but recently her interest has been to explore the juxtaposition of the city/built environment and the natural world which exist side by side – especially in cities like London (the city she is most familiar with) with all its open spaces and parks etc. Blue City and Flowers […]
Continue readingIrene Riley, originally from Malaysia, is a London-based artist who draws, paints and prints. She is fascinated with the print medium because it allows experimentation with different techniques and ideas. It contrasts with her approach to paintings, which are usually complex and may take years to complete. The printing process can allow for the unpredictable […]
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