This exhibition uses printmaking and sculpture to trace the journey of a sea urchin, from its initial conception to its eventual transformation into a fossil. Installations, traditional and digital printing processes are used to reimagine the forms and structures of the different stages of the creature's metamorphosis.
Drawing inspiration from the wisdom of ancient cultures, the exhibition acknowledges the moon's subtle influence on marine life. Just as the moon dictates the ocean's rhythm, it is understood to affect the inner workings of these creatures. This connection is reflected in the artwork itself, emphasising that everything within us is intrinsically linked to the world around us. This project began with the stone lithography process. This printmaking technique utilises limestone blocks, fossilised remains of marine creatures that lived in our oceans around 150 million years ago, during the Jurassic period. My explorations of quarries and coastlines, driven by this interest, have led to discoveries and insights about the interactions between humans, nature, and geology. These discoveries continue to shape and influence my creative process which informs my work.
Private View: Friday 5 July - 6 - 8pm