Archive: July, 2024

Associate Stduio Programme 9 : Jonathan Baldock

Jul 2024
In July 2024, we had the pleasure of Jonathan Baldock visiting our studio in Stockwell. We learnt more about his artistic practice integrating his experience of growing up Christian and thinking a lot about existence. His interest in folklore, hybrid beings and nature being a space of worship. Jonathan spoke openly about his journey to being a full-time practising artist and participating in residencies after graduating to More...

Associate Studio Programme 9 : Vanessa Jackson

Jul 2024
Vanessa Jackson brought to the studio the knowledge and experience developed during her extended career as both an artist and a teacher. The rigour and dedication of a body of work centred on a form of geometric abstraction pursued over many years provided our conversations with a wealth of examples and insight. Vanessa was extremely generous in her discussion of our work, without lacking in critical enquiry or challenging questions. In an intense and highly focussed evening we all gained a great deal from Vanessa’s visit. More...

Associate Studio Programme 10 : Jade Montserrat

Jul 2024
We decided to approach the Jade’s studio visit more fluidly than previous studio visits. I took her to the studio spaces to look at everyone’s work, this approach was intended to give Jade the opportunity to inquire about any pieces of work which caught her eye. She took a particular liking to Gem’s practice and the two of them had a fruitful conversation prior to everyone’s arrival at the studio. I think it would be fair to say that everyone enjoyed Jade’s studio visit and were appreciative of how open she was about her experiences throughout the evening. Jade shared the influences of her practice, detailing the beginnings More...