The creation process is for me, the result of a need to understand the world, to reinterpret it. The artistic fact should raise questions; shake up consciences, awaken emotions in the receiver. […]
“The siren’s call of an author’s comfort zone can become his own downfall” – Oscar Santasusagna
“A Synergy of Sons” – Lorenzo Chinnici and David Kent
Combining English and Italian culture, Synergy of Sons is currently debuting in Italy until October 5th and then transfers to the Menier Gallery in London this November. The title of the exhibition is taken from […]
“Sometimes, it felt like you were walking a thin tightrope…” Marian Young, on Teaching Art in Prisons
I taught Art for 14 years in several male prisons in the south west. My experiences in each prison were very different; usually dependent on the ‘category.’ The most rewarding teaching was […]
“Drawn to Paint” by Sarah B. Hansen
Drawn to Paint “Will I ever be able to paint like you do?” a woman asked me, “You make it look so easy!” “Of course!” I responded enthusiastically. Positive thinking is very […]
“Faces tell their own story, conceal and expose in equal measure….” – Jon Barrett
Changing Faces I’ve recently developed a fascination with defunct shop signs. Retailers that have left remains of shop front lettering and new owners who have poorly concealed their past ownership. These layers […]
“Timing is all, as I waited for the waves to crash beneath me…” – Roy Carr
Ireland Calling I must go down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied; And all […]
“Divine Bodies” – Trudi Murray on the Discipline and Beauty of Life Drawing
“Divine Bodies” by Trudi Murray Every week, I attend a life drawing class in an art studio on the River Thames. It flooded once, and the swans swam right in. There’s a […]
