Hi everyone
I've been doing a lot of thinking, which is hard when plagued by migraines that last for days. I'm struggling with two very different ways of approaching my work with totally different outcomes and can't decide which route to take. Do I go with my initial plans or do I follow another path, which will be way out of my comfort zone? Decisions, decisions and not enough time!!!! I know I will have to try experiments in both directions, but hate it when you have to pick one of them and the feeling although unfounded that I've wasted my tome doing one that won't be part of the final piece/s. I'm aware that this is part of the process of producing artwork, but I feel under enormous pressure to create something that will look professional in such an auspicious Gallery. I am now going to concentrate on creating some intaglio/collograph boards and pen and wash sketches in my sketchbook. I will then upload some of my best ones on here soon so keep looking. If anyone has any suggestions then please feel free to comment.
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I am a new up and coming mixed media artist currently studying my 2nd year at Macclesfield College on Creative Arts for Employment Foundation Degree.
Since April this year I share a Studio Workshop and Gallery space in Macclesfield with three of the students that are on the same course. We are all quite diverse from one another; one specialising in textile and embroidery, and the three remaining artists have all created our own techniques in mixed media.
We will eventually have guest artists exhibiting their work and we'll also be doing workshops so that we can share our knowledge to all ages.
My work is primarily centered on natural forms such as abstract flowers, landscapes, seascapes and ceramic work that is both textural and with the feeling of movement.
Colour has a strong influence on me and this is reflected in my work mainly strong and bright or subtle, however the mood or subject dictates. When looking around me for inspiration colour is the first thing that has a major impact on me with texture a close second. Due to colours influence on me this is the first thing I consider when starting a new project and then I decide if I'm going to add texture to the canvas, paper or board. I use photography, watercolour, acrylic, mixed media, printing & ceramics as a means to translate what I see. Some of my work is representative yet I also like to experiment with small compositions & paint abstract images from them. I use a wide range of media from tissue paper to tile grout in my acrylic & printing work to add texture & depth; this makes my work both visual & tactile.
I have been commissioned paintings & I'm available for more work.