Postcard Project – ‘Artists Responding To’

'Artists Responding To' Postcard Project Book

I am pleased to announce that ‘Pandemic Object 2020’ has been selected for inclusion in the ‘Artists Responding To’ Postcard Project Book. Pen drawing onto card ; Size 10cm x 15cm. This is the third piece of art I completed during Lockdown #2 in November 2020. The others are ‘4 Hours in History’ and ‘Self Portrait’.

'Artists Responding To' Postcard Project Book
‘Artists Responding To’ Postcard Project Book
Pandemic Object 2020 Sewing Machine
Created during Lockdown #2: Pandemic Object 2020 – The Sewing Machine
Pandemic Object 2020 Sewing Machine
Pandemic Object 2020 in Print
Pandemic Object 2020 Sewing Machine featured in the Postcard Project Book
Detail: Pandemic Object 2020

“The Postcard Project has been an incredibly moving and emotional project. 2020 has been an unpredictable year, consumed by a global pandemic, environmental turmoil and political warfare, but we have also experienced community and action

…. At the beginning of November 2020, and the start of the UK’s second national lockdown, ARTISTS RESPONDING TO … sent 200 postcards across the UK to 200 artists. These artists were invited to reflect on the year 2020 and create artwork directly onto the postcards. The postcards involved in this project have been curated into an Art Book. The artworks in this book share personal experiences that we can all relate to, and although they are small in size, they are hugely powerful

….. Seeing how much this year has affected every artist in such different ways has really put this year into perspective. The book allows us to experience the artist’s stories in such a raw and honest way, which is sure to evoke a whole array of emotions for our readers.” – Artists Responding To.

Artworks will be on exhibition in 2021 (dependant on Covid restrictions).

Copies of the Book are available to buy from https://www.artistsrespondingto.co.uk/shop-1

Poster:  The Postcard Project
2020 Project Poster

All Women 2021 Exhibition – Two Artworks

The sounds of the kenwood chef

I’m pleased to announce that ‘The Sound of the Kenwood Chef’ and ‘Take Time to Smell the Roses’ have been selected for the J. Mane Gallery “All Women 2021” Exhibition, based in NJ, USA .

“J. Mane Gallery is pleased to present its 3rd All Women International Online Juried Art Exhibition. Women artists have been making art throughout history, however their work, when compared to their male counterparts, tends to be overlooked and undervalued. Women artists are often faced with challenges due to gender biases in the fine art world. Therefore,  we are honoring women artists.” – J. Mane Gallery

J mane  All women 2021 gallery screen shot
Screen Shot – Exhibition Gallery
all women 2021 show poster
All Women 2021 Exhibition Poster
All Women 2021 - show exhibitors' names
All Women 2021 Exhibition Exhibitors

“J. Mane Gallery is an online art gallery established by award winning fine art photographer, Jessica Kimmel Manelis. …. to promote the work of both emerging and experienced artists ….. Our objective is to offer opportunities to participate in art experiences and connect with fellow artists….. art competitions and exhibitions, providing artists worldwide exposure through featured artists opportunities in the gallery.” – J. Mane Gallery

j mane gallery logo
J Mane Gallery

4 hours in History – Trump & Biden 2020

Trump & Biden - 4 hours in History

On the evening of the 7th November 2020, I found myself sitting in the UK, watching the TV and seeing events unfolding in the Trump – Biden US elections. I picked up a pencil and paper and started documenting what I saw. ‘4 hours in History’ is an observational piece of art collecting together the protests (from all parties), interviews and quotes from the day.

At the time, I was sharing lockdown with my Mum with a very limited supply of cotton cloth to stitch on. The old adage ‘necessity is the mother of invention’ was certainly true for me. After a quick rummage through the airing cupboard I discovered a well worn cotton pillowcase to embroider onto. I hope it won’t be missed.

This is the second piece I created during Lockdown 2. The first being a Self Portrait for the Beyond Knitting & Stitching Show .

Trump & Biden - 4 hours in History
Trump & Biden – 4 hours in History
Trump & Biden - 4 hours in History
Detail: Trump & Biden
Trump & Biden - 4 hours in History
Detail: Trump & Biden