Hilary
Welcome
My work explores the unique physical memory that an individual leaves behind; their interaction with an environment and the traces of that interrelationship.
To explore this creatively, I have developed a range of processes using natural resists gathered from the residues and vibrations left by an individual.
These processes involve the resistant properties of natural secretions; sweat, skin, saliva, blood, phlegm ….. and a few more! The vibrations of a voice,movements of the body, the coolness of a cast shadow and even static electricity of emotions are also salvaged, noted and utilised.
Each work is developed from an individual person’s salvaged residues so that the resulting images are singular and unique to that person; in effect a true captured likeness,or a form of actual forensic portraiture.
Intaglio and relief plates, sculptures and installations are also made from residues and found objects from an individual’s environment.
I am also working in collaboration with specialist practitioners to develop this concept further in ceramics, textiles, glass and book art forms.
Please have a look around, read a blog or two, and perhaps leave a comment or a link. Your input is most welcome.
