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You Can’t Handle The Truth.
It has been several years now since I started this journey, and I have encountered more frustration than I could have possibly imagined. Embracing my passion for the arts, simultaneously allowed me to pull down the mask and see the world completely unfiltered, but that also meant bearing my own self to the world, perhaps in a way previously unseen.
Vlog 2.4.23
Nothing About Us Without Us
Yesterday I took a trip to Manchester to visit the People’s History Museum. I have been looking forward to visiting for some time, as it is very relevant to my interests and work in activism and background in sociology and history. My first stop was the temporary exhibition on the ground floor ‘Nothing about us without us’. I was struck firstly by the exhibition poster created by Dolly Sen (2012), depicting a charity collection can - it is wounding to see such imagery, so simple yet effective.
Soundbites & Textures: Walk With Me…
Since working with a variety of materials, including the concrete and raw wool, I have been really keen to explore other senses and how these not only relate to my current art practice, but could perhaps better articulate the sense of community I am attempting to articulate within my work. Using audio is something I feel strongly about, and through experience of accompanying my artwork with audio previously, I feel it enhances the work - if done correctly.
Interim Show Prep & Shoot
There was a mix of emotions, preparing for the Interim Show, and an awful lot to learn. My initial intentions were to have a physical installation at Trinity Buoy Wharf - anything else felt second best, and almost as if I had failed. Jonathan helped me to realise the logistics of getting a heavy concrete structure to London would perhaps detract from the magic of creating. I decided following a chat with him, that setting up the installation at home, and doing a photo and film shoot would be a different dynamic, and one that I would certainly enjoy.
Unit 1 Assessment
Lancaster Craftivists
Tonight was the first group event for the Lancaster Craftivists, at the local Gregson Arts Centre. I recently set up the group to help bring attention to the Craftivist Movement in this area, whilst hopefully meeting other like-minded people within the community.
‘Rocky’ Horror Show! (Take 2)
When I visualised an opposing structure using concrete and natural wool, I was incredibly excited by the idea. I felt the interim show would be the perfect opportunity to showcase this work in progress. I didn’t quite expect the trials and tribulations of its creation though….
A Taste of the Tate Modern
Reflecting on Study Statement 1.0 Submission
Writing the statement was initially a very linear process; taking the sub-headings and completing the relevant sections. As I went along however, I felt a constant urge to change, adjust, adapt or add to. This process of collating all of my research, ideas and theories into a coherent document, was not only therapeutic and useful, but also gave me a stronger sense of direction, and reaffirmed my own confidence in my work.
Tutorial #2
The Scars of Brent Delta
When I first drove into the village, I was captivated by the skyline of Seaham; the contrast of heavy industry against the countryside landscape. I found beauty in this, where others perhaps didn’t.
Study Statement 1.0
Functional Fibres Pt.2
As the New Year approached, I decided to submit my idea for these functional stationery products to UAL’s Not Just A Shop, with the hope of securing some valuable support in getting these products out into the world, whilst generating some well needed income.
RUINS [through a 35mm lens]
Inspiration from the Hungarian National Gallery
Whilst I enjoyed the classical paintings from the 17th - 19th century, I was particularly drawn to the modern art area on the third floor, offering a delightful selection of paintings from artists such as Monostori-Moller and Barcsay, to name a few.
Beyond the Iron Curtain
Much of the research and reading I have been doing lately, has come up with similar terms, encouraging me to think further about the direction of my practice. Images of raw materials, concrete, undecorated walls, demolition sites etc.
Pop-Up Shop Raw Deal
I’ve noticed more and more pop-up craft shops and galleries opening up, in different areas. I love the way local councils are utilising empty shops on the high street, and giving artists an opportunity to showcase their work.
The Case of the Red Shoes
I came across an art installation in the centre of Lancaster earlier this week. I was immediately drawn to it and went over to speak to the artists involved, to find out more.
Functional Fibres
During a regular trip to Grasmere earlier this year, I picked up some beautiful Herwick tops, which had been stored away all summer waiting for a flash of inspiration. A warm feeling in the pit of my stomach emerged, as I came across them during a sort through some boxes. I decided to play around with the wool using a felting needle, and see what I could come up with.
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- activism
- art installations
- artivism
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- build
- capitalism
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- construction
- craftivism
- crafts
- creating
- divisions
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- experiment
- explore
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- gallery
- governments
- handmade
- herdwick wool
- history
- injustice
- lego
- local
- local history
- man-made
- mould
- natural materials
- neurodiversity
- north east
- organic
- photography
- play
- preparation
- process
- pyramid
- raw materials
- reflection
- representative
- sculpture
- sewing
- sketchbook
- social construct
- social justice
- structure
- textures
- visualisation
- wool
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