My work explores the indistinct nature of memories, in physicality and concept. I use the paint to create a small burst of time which is remarkable to me, but I also use a process which mirrors the unpredictability of a moment and how it will be remembered; obscured and imperfectly. The other element of my work is poetry, which links the ambiguity of the paintings with details and emotions I associate with that image.
I developed a process which encouraged me to make visual, my stories and feelings in a way that isn’t exclusive to those who know me. The subjectivity of my paintings elevates their importance; the abstracted style allows for those who interact with it to interpret what they see in their own way, whilst the poems might induce some relatability.
The uniform composition of my work is intentional, to create connectivity between the individual works. They have been created to mimic what I imagine as ‘peering into my mind’. The pools of acrylic paint pouring are representative of pools of thought, as well as being a nod to my love for being by the sea. In other words, they all come from one mind, but each one has its own story attached to it.
‘Washed up memories’ is a series of works that hold an abundance of meaning and affection, whilst also encouraging subjectivity. It consists of processes in paint pouring, abstraction, fragmented detail and elements of pareidolia.
