Artist statement:
My earlier work consisted of taking photographs of unique individuals encountered on the streets of London and subsequently painting them by drawing inspiration from people and their distinctive sense of style. With no intention of critiquing certain classes or stereotypes, painting becomes more about investing in the qualities of the individual. With an entire catalogue of fashion references these people construct their own niche through which to express themselves. The individuals represented hint at trends which reach far beyond the domain of the high street shop, by utilising past and present subcultures, far away cultures and the abstract cultures.
Educated at:
University of the Arts London, Wimbledon – Sep 2010 – MA Fine Art/ Painting
University College Falmouth , 2006 – 2009 – BA Fine Art
Plymouth College of Art & Design, 2005-2006 – Art Foundation
Exhibitions:
HADA Contemporary, Group Exhibition, March 2012, Albermarle Gallery, London
Ruth Borchard Self-Portrait Exhibition (Competition) , October & November 2011, Kings Place Gallery, London
Showcase London , January 2011, Richmix, Bethnal Green, London
('Linda'- Oil on canvas) University of the Arts London permanent collection, September 2010, 272 High Holborn Street, London
Deutsche Postbank, 2010, London
The Nunnery at Bow Arts, 2010, London