by Editor's Desk

From Textiles to Sculpture – Claire Joseph’s Creative Odyssey 

A Designer’s Journey Through Collaborative Art, High Fashion, and Bold Innovation In this interview, Claire Joseph discusses her innovative spiral draping technique, collaborations with iconic artists, and the seamless fusion of art and fashion that defines her boundary-pushing collections. Claire Joseph is a designer whose work transcends traditional boundaries between fashion, art, and architecture. Her…

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Unveiling Humanity – The Art of Catherine Chambers 

Catherine Chambers explores identity and social status through her vibrant paintings, inspired by her deep connections to Ethiopia and universal human experiences Catherine Chambers discusses how her Ethiopian experiences shape her art, exploring themes of identity, social status, and universal human connections through figurative painting and storytelling. Catherine Chambers’ art serves as a powerful bridge…

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On the Edge of Figuration – Anne Moses’ Journey Through Detail and Ambiguity

The artist shares her process of capturing universal human expressions through close-up studies of texture and form Anne Moses explores the human face and form through detailed portraits, blending traditional techniques with modern digital manipulation to create ambiguous, larger-than-life representations that challenge viewers’ perceptions of realism. Capturing the essence of the human form with a…

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Ajamu X  – Exploring Sensuality and Identity through Black Queer Photography

A pioneer of darkroom photography, Ajamu X blends sensuality, identity, and politics in his groundbreaking work Ajamu X discusses how his art celebrates Black queer bodies, intertwines sensuality and politics, and defies traditional representations through tactile darkroom photography, balancing institutional recognition with grassroots communities. Ajamu X, an artist whose work defies conventional boundaries, is a…

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Rediscovering the Landscape – Sarah Jones’ Journey from Nursing to Art

A self-taught artist explores the Welsh countryside through layered textures and intuitive mark-making Sarah Jones reflects on her creative process, how rural Wales inspires her layered landscape paintings, and the liberating transition from a long nursing career to full-time artist. Sarah Jones is an artist whose journey has been as inspiring as the landscapes she…

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The Art of Connection – Louise Dougherty’s Dialogue with Nature 

Through overlooked objects and Norfolk’s landscape, Dougherty builds narratives of place, memory, and personal history Louise Dougherty delves into her artistic process, shaped by nature, memory, and thread, offering insight into how landscapes and overlooked objects inform her deeply personal and meditative work. Louise Dougherty‘s work speaks deeply to the harmony between nature and the…

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Painting the American West – An Interview with John Hughes

John Hughes discusses his career, his passion for plein air painting, and his insights into teaching and artistic growth In this interview, John Hughes shares his lifelong passion for landscape painting, his teaching philosophy, and how his personal experiences have influenced his artistic growth and connection to nature. John Hughes is a master of capturing…

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Sculpting History – An Interview with John Doubleday

Exploring the mind behind iconic statues and still-life bronzes, from Nelson Mandela to private soldiers John Doubleday discusses his sculptural journey, capturing historical figures and still-lifes in bronze, highlighting his influences, commissions, and ongoing artistic exploration ahead of his eightieth birthday. John Doubleday stands as one of the most remarkable and versatile sculptors of our…

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Art, Belonging, and Queer Celebration in the Works of Juan Arango Palacios

Discover how Palacios uses colour and craft to forge a path to safety and identity Juan Arango Palacios explores the intersections of identity, migration, and queer experience through vibrant colours and textures, creating immersive narratives that honour safety, community, and the celebration of Latinx heritage. Juan Arango Palacios is a powerful emerging voice in the…

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