I Don’t Know
Hanging Basket
Hanging Basket is the centrepiece of my first exhibition. The collection was a form of therapy for myself, with the intention of turning my troubles into something beautiful. This piece in particular became an expression of my struggle with loneliness.
I found it incredibly hard to express what was going on in my head through my prints, trying to describe the indescribable became my existence throughout the process. I began to hold myself to such a high standard, with the fear of disappointing myself looming ever closer.
Hanging Basket is a three colour screen print, combining various painted and drawn textures to create depth and structure. From this piece stemmed multiple others. I began to explore form and composition when I discovered the possibilities that come from including graphic shapes with detailed drawings.
Greenhouse
Greenhouse stands apart from its counterparts, as an aquatint etching it takes on a completely different visual language. I knew I wanted to base the image around the negative space, this led me to dig into the juxtaposition between the graphic and detailed.
I hadn't foreseen how deeply I would have to dig to truly immerse myself in the process. Prior to this I had only skimmed the surface of my mental health, this series would be the next step in a journey I don’t think i’m finished with.
Raised Beds
Raised Beds came about while I was playing with shapes and composition, I knew I wanted to create a fractured image. I only came across this idea when I cut up the layers I had already painted and rearranged them.
After I had finished my first collection, I found myself emotionally exhausted, I had dredged everything I would and expressed myself as best as I could. Coming out of such a self critical experience was a shock I wasn’t expecting, nevertheless i’m proud of myself for sharing.
CHOOSE YOUR FIGHTER! - Etching Plate VS Acid Tank
