Serenity
In this piece titled 'Serenity,' I aim to convey a sense of introspection and quiet confidence through a bald man with a grey beard. His simple facial features—small eyes, a curved nose, and a slight smile—draw attention to his reflective nature. His relaxed expression and subtle smile suggest a sense of wisdom, but there's room for interpretation.
The vibrant red background symbolises strong emotions such as passion or intensity, creating a stark contrast with the character's calm demeanour. The character's smile might also mask deeper thoughts or hidden concerns. This ambiguity encourages viewers to reflect on their own perceptions and consider the complexity of human emotions.
The layers of ink and textured cotton paper add depth to the piece, creating a portrayal that invites contemplation and connection on multiple levels.
This multi-layered silkscreen print is printed with Daler-Rowney water-based inks on 300gsm acid-free archival Somerset Velvet paper from St. Cuthbert’s Mill, Wells UK
Summary
· Medium: silkscreen print
· Layers: 10
· Paper: Somerset Velvet (300gsm)
· Frame size - H: 42.5cm W: 41.5cm
· Paper size - H: 39.5cm W: 38.5cm
· Print edition size: 25
In this piece titled 'Serenity,' I aim to convey a sense of introspection and quiet confidence through a bald man with a grey beard. His simple facial features—small eyes, a curved nose, and a slight smile—draw attention to his reflective nature. His relaxed expression and subtle smile suggest a sense of wisdom, but there's room for interpretation.
The vibrant red background symbolises strong emotions such as passion or intensity, creating a stark contrast with the character's calm demeanour. The character's smile might also mask deeper thoughts or hidden concerns. This ambiguity encourages viewers to reflect on their own perceptions and consider the complexity of human emotions.
The layers of ink and textured cotton paper add depth to the piece, creating a portrayal that invites contemplation and connection on multiple levels.
This multi-layered silkscreen print is printed with Daler-Rowney water-based inks on 300gsm acid-free archival Somerset Velvet paper from St. Cuthbert’s Mill, Wells UK
Summary
· Medium: silkscreen print
· Layers: 10
· Paper: Somerset Velvet (300gsm)
· Frame size - H: 42.5cm W: 41.5cm
· Paper size - H: 39.5cm W: 38.5cm
· Print edition size: 25
In my series ‘Talking Heads’, 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.
