Confidence
In this piece titled 'Confidence,' I aim to capture a sense of self-assuredness through an expressive female character. The solid red-y brown background and bold lines convey a strong, assertive presence. However, while her wide eyes and arched eyebrows suggest confidence, there's room for interpretation. The character's slightly wonky expression might instead be masking feelings of doubt or uncertainty.
This ambiguity invites viewers to question their own perceptions of confidence and consider the possibility that they might be misreading her emotions. The layers of ink and textured cotton paper add depth to the piece, creating a portrayal that encourages contemplation and connection on multiple levels.
This multi-layered silkscreen print is brought to life with water-based inks. The work is printed on 300gsm acid-free archival Somerset Velvet paper from the renowned St. Cuthbert’s Mill in Wells, UK, promising enduring quality and richness
Summary
· Medium: silkscreen print
· Layers: 10
· Paper: Somerset Velvet (300gsm)
· Paper size - H: 39 cm W: 41.5cm
· Frame size - H: 42.5cm W: 41.5cm
· Print edition size: 25
In this piece titled 'Confidence,' I aim to capture a sense of self-assuredness through an expressive female character. The solid red-y brown background and bold lines convey a strong, assertive presence. However, while her wide eyes and arched eyebrows suggest confidence, there's room for interpretation. The character's slightly wonky expression might instead be masking feelings of doubt or uncertainty.
This ambiguity invites viewers to question their own perceptions of confidence and consider the possibility that they might be misreading her emotions. The layers of ink and textured cotton paper add depth to the piece, creating a portrayal that encourages contemplation and connection on multiple levels.
This multi-layered silkscreen print is brought to life with water-based inks. The work is printed on 300gsm acid-free archival Somerset Velvet paper from the renowned St. Cuthbert’s Mill in Wells, UK, promising enduring quality and richness
Summary
· Medium: silkscreen print
· Layers: 10
· Paper: Somerset Velvet (300gsm)
· Paper size - H: 39 cm W: 41.5cm
· Frame size - H: 42.5cm W: 41.5cm
· Print edition size: 25
In my series ‘mixed emotions’, comprising nine silkscreen prints, I capture a range of human emotions through expressive female and male characters. Each artwork, carefully crafted with ten or more layers of ink on textured cotton paper, explores the complexities of facial expressions and what they communicate. My aim is to invite viewers to question their perceptions of emotions.
As a neurodivergent artist, I'm inspired by the 'double empathy problem' theory, which highlights the unique communication challenges between neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals. My approach allows each character's expression to emerge naturally, creating an authentic portrayal of feelings.
The process behind these artworks is both challenging and rewarding. I focus on achieving consistency across prints through careful editioning. I digitally select and meticulously mix colors to match, layering inks to achieve the desired final tones. This attention to detail adds depth and dimension, particularly on the textured paper.
Each print is not just a visual experience but a thought-provoking piece that encourages viewers to reflect on the nuances of human emotions. Whether it's the melancholy captured in one piece or another emotion in the next, this series offers a glimpse into my perspective and invites you to engage with the art on a deeper level.
