Inspired By Gold
Summer 2021
HENRIETTA
Henrietta paints abstracts in oil on canvas in which she aims to evoke a time and a place, creating spaces full of light and memory. “It is not the appearance of a chosen motif but its own energies and mystery that form the heart of my paintings.“ Nature is the basis, the starting point, for the paintings, which rapidly take on a direction of their own where the dancing light or the feel of the wind becomes the main focus. They are compositions woven from images of the natural world. “It is the power and energy of nature that excites me. Light and movement allow the creation of the space in my work, often opening up huge vistas. The finished pieces range from almost totally abstract compositions evoking a sense of place to more easily recognisable landscape images: the natural world modulated by time and season, disclosed by visual texture and colour” Henrietta’s works can be found in collections in New York, Houston, Sydney, Perth, Paris as well as the UK
H e n r i e t t a M e d i u m - O i l C a n v a s
Henrietta – Estuary Light
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Henrietta – Irish Light
H d ey n S u S ummmme er r D Iasyl se s H ee n n rr ii ee tt tt aa –– G B ao ll m
Red Sands
Summer’s Evening
Golden Morning
Robert Robert a stills photographer, shooting onset stills for press during the filming of films, TV dramas and commercials. His job is often to set up shots which summarise a narrative sequence in a single image. He aims to bring actors, props, lighting and composition together to create the perfect single moment in a picture. When working in a commercial setting he is valued for his speed, discretion, calmness and ability to get on with cast and crew.
Prunus Serrulata ll
Robert-Cordyline Australis
Tribulis Ficus
Autumn Populous
Robert - Sominum
Pratum Purpura
Prunus Serrulata
Fera Lupinis
JEN
Jen is a mixed media artist whose art is influenced by mapping of journeys and layering of memories. She has been both living and working in several countries. She philosophically explains: ‘My work is based on the journey of life, its layers and strata. Through time and pressure, beauty is created - we mine the soul to find precious things. Life refines and polishes our history and the choices we have made. Our layers and compartments are filled with experiences and memories.’
The study of clay has influenced my art in the use of minerals, textures and formations. The resin creates the contrast between the dynamism of the elements of earth and water. The essential life forces!” Jen’s paintings can be truly appreciated when seen in person. In print, it is impossible to capture the spectacular and unique 3dimensional effect of Jen’s work, integrated with earth pigments, oils, resin and precious metal leaf.
Jen-Aurora ll
Blue Edge Series III
Blue Edge Series VII
Aurora III
Mist I
Mist II
Mist III
Jen – Thames Vlll
JOSEPH
Joseph studied at Liverpool Art School and followed this with post-graduate study at St Martin's School of Art. He has over twelve years experience as a freelance illustrator for a wide variety of clients in advertising, publishing and design. “Inspiration for my recent work comes primarily from Nature and in particular butterflies, moths and the folklore and mythology surrounding these specific insects, to produce work with a narrative quality. I tend to work in series and draw inspiration from classical and popular music, fashion and graphic signs and symbols. I am also inspired by the Victorian obsession of collecting, preserving and presenting insects in boxes. My butterflies are created from collaged paper and each butterfly is individually hand cut. As well as their obvious natural beauty, I agree with the Eastern belief of butterflies as bringers of joy and being the essence of happiness.” “I like the school of thought that butterflies represent the soul.” - Joseph
Oculus
Ectasy
Echo
Asset
Round
Whisper
CHELSEA
Chelsea uses materials and techniques associated with both disciplines: painting and sculpture. Starting with unusual bases like concrete, steel or copper, she pours or dribbles paint, layers plaster or delicate gold leaf, then scrapes, cracks or corrodes her medium to get the effect she is searching for. "Every painting I begin, the layers and texture continue to fascinate me as does the process. My subject matter remains the same, the material itself, the coast, the sea, lines of desire that criss-cross the landscape, time and its corrosive effect on materials and finding the beauty in what we see around us. The world filters into my studio, colour, light, politics, religion, people. Conversations remain with me, maps mesmerise me, travel enthuses me. Creating and painting is an imperative I couldn’t live a day without.“
Chelsea- Roof Of the World
Stonebarrow
Looking West in Winter
Hague Blue Meridian
C h e l s e a
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F l o a t i n g
G o l d e n
L e a v e s
JULIE
After many years of teaching art in secondary schools and with her passion for ceramics Julie embarked on a MA Ceramics at UCA Farnham, which she completed in 2016. Throughout her MA Julie took her inspiration for her artwork from the Jurassic Coastline which is a beautiful, interesting and internationally important place because of it’s fragility. The seas strong and destructive waves are the primary shapers of this coastline and usually occur in the winter when the sea is cold and grey, intermingled with blues. These colours and the fragility of this coast are both reflected within her final outcomes. Her work also explores the senses, especially touch, sight and sound. Julie’s other ceramic work continues to reflect the same themes. All her work is wall based and are either created from shards of stained porcelain that are framed or small porcelain tiles that are stitched onto canvas to create wall hangings.
Gold Edges 1
Detail
JOHN
German artist John's conceptual work is an attempt to discern governing principles of the universe - art as a way of enquiring about the world. Artistic investigation, as a way of inquiring about the world, keeps asking the same perennial questions about origin of matter as science and religion.
It bridges scientific and spiritual dimensions by conveying a message which is both: universal and deeply personal. His art transcends the dualism of objective and subjective, matter and spirit. It goes beyond the established framework of human knowledge and beliefs towards the state of ubiquitous oneness. He believes that every form of existence, from a thought, a feeling, matter to space and time is one and the same energy governed by the same principle and being a part of the Singular Universe. Dualism exists only as our perception and it is through their singularity that we can access the truth.
Black&Gold
Destruction N° 6
Destruction N° 7
Destruction N° 8
EMMA F Emma works from her bright and cheerful studio in south west London. She mainly paint still life paintings with a quirky twist. She says of her work ” I am drawn to beautiful forms whether they are man-made or natural. My aim is to show my appreciation of the simple beauty of such objects by their sensitive portrayal in my paintings. In my work I'll often draw and paint the forms many times, scratching and scraping through to previous layers to create a broadly descriptive, but beautiful image. My aim is not to ‘copy' the object in paint, but rather to describe and celebrate what I see with mark making skills that have developed into my personal style as an artist.”
Trinity of Orchids
Peacocks and Magnolias
Dove Triptych
Fritillaries in the Springtime
Cranes and Chrysanthemums
DOVILLE
My artistic practice is mostly driven by global contrasts and universal contradictions. I am interested in societal collectiveness and in personal transformative processes. I am fascinated by the subject of individualism and its place in the current social, socioeconomic and cultural environment. I aim to lead viewer’s attention into the greatest depths of his personal journey. I want to give the viewer an ability to engage his own opinion and thoughts on selfidentity and societal collectiveness. I aim to execute the physical manipulation of materials in order to construct an imaginary allusion and ideological experience for the viewer. I try to keep dynamism and static structure in subtle balance, so to lift the viewer from his own reality and stereotypes, and to involve him into an interpretation game. I want to create an unavoidable approach to an engaging perspective, to develop a space for perception. I am extremely interested in awakening of my artwork. I am inspired by the idea, that the artwork could initiate a dialogic and highly sensory relationship between itself and the viewer.
Twins
Doville – Stolen Dreams
Abundance I
Birth Planet of the Earth
D o v i l l e T h i s t l e
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E i g h t
F l u f f s
o f
t h e
S o w
Reflection
EWAN
London based artist Ewan has created abstract images from reality, drawing particular inspiration from organic and man-made patterns created in cartography. By gilding with precious metals or using complimentary colours he aims to focus the viewer on the sacredness and diversity of our living landscapes. High levels of accuracy and dedication are used in the construction of the artworks, emphasising their status as a method of art-as-documentation. Whilst looking into various historical maps Eason discovered Charles Booth’s Descriptive Map of London Poverty from 1889. Booth set out to define levels of poverty and wealth in London, house by house using a colour coded system. Examples of these colours included Black defining Lowest class; Red defining Middle class and Yellow defining the Upper class. Continuing on the theme of creating abstract images from reality, Eason discovered the defined colours became an abstract image in themselves. By removing the colours and replacing them with one colour; Gold, he drew on the egalitarian nature of the city. Since this first London artwork, the city where he is based, he has used present day and historical maps of significant cities and redefined the buildings in gold. The context of these works also represent a snapshot of our ever-changing landscape that could potentially be completely re-written in as little as a decade.
E w a n M e d i u m - M e t a l
Ewan – Mappa Mundi London
Mappa Mundi London
Ewan – Mappa Mundi -
Stockholm and New York
Mappa Mundi Tokyo
Mappa Mundi Westminster
Mappa Mundi Auckland
Mappa Mundo Dubai
Mappa Mundo Geneva
Abu Dhabi
Bath
Athens
Edinburgh
Barcelona
Hong Kong
ISOBEL Isobel has a passion for porcelain; she creates contemporary art, lighting and interior decorations. Working with porcelain paper clay has allowed Isobel to explore the boundaries of design. Her unique pieces are inspired by the world around us. They appear simple but, on closer inspection, reveal a stunning use of form, texture and depth.
Isobel – Midnight
Phi
Torn
Dark Side Of The Moon
BETH
Internationally exhibited artist Beth studied Textile Design at The University of the West of England and graduated in 2004.From Bristol she moved to London for a little under a decade, working in costume for film, television and theatre and teaching arts and craft workshops. In 2009, Beth was offered a post as an Artist in residence at Wycombe Abbey School for Girls. The residency helped her focus and build a strong foundation for her practise, exploring both femininity and textures and introducing her to the concept of Wabi-Sabi. Returning to London in 2011 Beth has been exhibiting in art fairs and exhibitions both nationally and internationally since. ”The foundation of my current body of work lies in the Japanese aesthetic of Wabi-Sabi: exploring the beauty found within transience. From finding a rotting garment by a stream to a stream of consciousness, my current collection travels through ethereal, abstract landscape style paintings into figurative ink drawings that investigate the subconscious. My work is extremely cathartic. I spend hours slowly manipulating the ink to find the right composition and sometimes when its dry writing streams of consciousness on top of the work. The writing for me is an important element, as a dyslexic it can at times be a huge struggle, but at other times the thoughts flow and the time flies. My work therefore is about time and energy and expresses and exposes me as a person.”
Beth – Time Passes By
Dream Like State
The Storm
Beth – Number 9
I’m Sorry
Always Thinking
Balance
Beth – Luminaire Arts
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Catching My Breath Flying High
Dispersing
Out To Sea
Light
Space to breathe
Standing Alone
P i n k
A s
t h e
Wo r l d
C h a n g e s
JAYSON
Born in 1972 in Devon, England, Jayson is a British contemporary artist who incorporates the practices of painting, collage and printmaking. He is recognised for producing works of urban scenes and iconic architecture. With influences coming from Japanese Ukiyo-e and Constructivism, Jayson has great admiration for the work of Katsushika Hokusai and Alexander Rodchenko. He now lives and works in London, drawing inspiration from the city environment and its hustle and bustle. His love of early twentieth century Art Deco and Bauhaus to the Brutalism of the post-war period is evident throughout his work. Characterised by its strong compositional structure and a limited palette, Jayson uses high contrasts with light and shadow to convey form and silhouette defined by his clean lines and large areas of flat colour. Jayson trained at UCA, where he gained a First Class Honours degree in Visual Communication. He worked in book cover design before becoming a professional artist. Jayson's paintings are represented by galleries worldwide and held in numerous private collections, most notably in London, New York, Hong Kong and most recently Moscow. His screen prints have been reproduced and published extensively around the world.
My Beautiful London
From Greenwich Park
Battersea Pier
Battersea Power Station
Around the Cutty Sark
Two Young Lovers
From Primrose Hill II
Jason – The Horniman ll
From Waterloo Bridge
From Primrose Hill
Two Wharfs
From The Horniman
The City
Ja s on – OXO Towe r
THOMAS
Thomas is an international sculptor undertaking private, public and corporate commissions using an extensive range of materials. Following his passion for sculpture that responds to aesthetics and mathematics within nature, Thomas has developed a distinctive style of contemporary and mainly abstract work. His creations are based on an ethos that the simplest forms are often the most beautiful. From this idea, his belief grew that perfection within our environment has resulted from the simple and beautiful laws nature follows. The ratio 1.681 known as PHI or the Fibonacci sequence, offers a mathematical principle seen widely within natural aesthetics which are frequently applied within Thomas’s designs. By exploring such naturally occurring principles, he strives to create unique and inspirational objects.
Ether
Apollo
Aurora
Monika
Monika is a passionate ceramicist based in London.
Tulips
Discs
Jennifer “Through time and pressure beauty is created, we mine the soul to find the precious things. We have to bring it to the surface. Life refines and polishes our history and the choice we make. Our layers and compartments are filled with experiences and memories. My love of earth and clay has influenced all my art in the use of texture and form.”
J e n n i f e r M e d i u m – M i x e d
Jennifer – Quarry
M e d i a
Jennifer – Aqua Series
Jennifer – Diamonds and Rust Series
Jennifer – Strata
ANTHONY Anthony’s love of exploring the nature of paint and metal leaf takes him on a journey of the earth’s elements through to astronomy. “ It is an uncontrolled adventure, always a surprise. I am only the facilitator and my hands are the tools”
Nebula VI
Nebula VII
Nebula XI
Nebula I
Nebula II
Nebula III
CAROLINE
I have always worked in art and design, but my relationship with drawing and painting started much before then. My French mother would tell anyone who would listen, “Caroline always had a pencil in her hand” and I have a postcard from her parents asking if I was still drawing on the walls (I was three). This led to an art foundation course in Blackpool, followed by a degree in Mixed Media Textiles at Loughborough University which exposed me to the richness of working in diverse media and the creative opportunities such an approach presents. It’s often hard for art graduates to make their living out of the thing they love most, but I have been lucky enough to earn a living in a variety of creative environments. These have included working with diverse media, from all kinds of textiles to ceramics, plastics, paper and leather, producing soft furnishings, furniture, jewellery and accessories, all for interiors. Throughout my professional life I have pursued my own art, at the very least drawing and photographing for future reference.
My art is suitable for both domestic and commercial interiors, small and large spaces with the aim of helping the viewer to pause and reflect in a frenetic world.”
Energy - dark ground II
Caroline – Vortex-9
Tr a n s i e n c e
C a r o l i n e
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C o n c e r t o
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Small Study 1
Small Study 2
Tempo Small Study 4
PARESH The world we live in is made of colour. Colour is what creates beauty, energy. It evokes emotion, it involves feelings. I have always been fascinated with colour and shape. Combining two together, you have unlimited possibilities of creating art. But creating art, or painting in my case, goes deeper than putting two of them together. It starts with emotion or feeling and then it “spills out” on canvas. Some of my paintings are impulse paintings where inner emotion takes over and guides my paint brush, whereas others are journeys, that surprise even myself. Through my paintings I try to express the way I see the world and connect with viewer on emotional level, hoping to capture the moment on canvas.
Golden Idol
Paresh – Hidden Word
Sunrise
Dream Lamd
Misty Mountain
PHILIP M
Working in bronze, copper, steel and stainless steel - Philip designs and creates unique and bespoke sculpture, furniture and artworks for home, garden and public or business environments. He designs, fabricates and installs public art pieces and runs workshops in schools and with community groups. Philip creates an eclectic range of sculpture and contemporary furniture. Highly aesthetic in nature, you will find much of his work curvaceous and tactile, but with a coarseness that is lent from working with bare steel or stainless steel. His style ranges from figurative to abstract and is always in context with its environment.
Basilisk XV
Recent Commission
Pyre Gold
RASHNA
I paint intuitively without any plan for what the finished piece will be, allowing instinct to guide the creative process. Acting and reacting to the stroke of colour. This encourages my mood, interest and love of colour to be reflected in my work. I am influenced by rich childhood experiences in East Africa. In adulthood, I am further inspired by my surroundings, people, places, behaviour and emotion. My art is a representation of my perception of life- Dynamic, complex and yet simple. Vibrant colours are the main substance of my art works. Construct/deconstruct is my process. I name my paintings based on the emotional narrative whilst in the Studio.
November
Caramel Coffee
Rashina – The Peacock Dance
November
Caramel Coffee
LISA
Lisa is a contemporary abstract artist. Sharing her time between North London and North Yorkshire. “Although I have A ‘levels in Art and History of Art, I am mostly self taught. My speciality is acrylic and mixed media and I take my influence from the patterns and textures of our amazing world.” “I love the feeling of freedom and energy that the use of different mediums allows. Often, something as simple as a variation in texture or direction can create something totally unexpected. Each of my paintings reflects the different layers and adventures in life that create our own unique individuality. It is for this reason that I leave it up to the owner of the painting to decide which way it should hang.” “We all see something different!”
Lisa- Earth
Earth XI
Earth VIII
Earth VIIII
STUDIO ART
Elizabeth
Night Garden 1
Night Garden 2
Starry Night 1
Starry Night 2
Lightness I
Lightness II
Lightness III
Gardenia I
Galaxian I
Galaxian II Gardenia II
Viola I
Viola II
Cordelia II
Cordelia I
Ophelia I
Ophelia II
Rosalind I
Rosalind II
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