Four staff from the Tavistock and the IGA with a passion for painting
Andrew Cooper Pary Jeram Kim Raftopulos Margot Elke Schiemann
From 11th January until 8th February 2019
The Tavistock Centre Library Corridor 120 Belsize Lane London NW3 5BA
In this study of light and darkness, I experiment with mixed media. Images with a basis in watercolour or photography show different aspects when printing or collage is introduced.
Artists’ journeys are usually filled with struggles, attachments, losses, passion, love and joy. In art, we bridge the experiences of our inner worlds with perceptions of external realities. A third experience is born, of visual ideas communicated intuitively.
We all have creative potential and can be creative in many areas of life, not only related to the arts.
2nd February to 6th April 2018
Institute of Group Analysis
Daleham Gardens, London NW3 5BY
To view the exhibitions please make an appointment with the IGA
T: 0207 431 2693 e: Lykke@GroupAnalysis-UK.co.uk
This exhibition, with a 4 minute video, is entitled ‘Transitions’. My interest in this theme arose from observing my own transitions and those of other people. The aim is to illustrate stories of Impermanence, reflected in the seasons in nature and cycles of life.
In one of my trips to the country with artist friends I was fascinated by the vibrancy of a red maple tree. You may find the colours in May are full of life and hope. I began to decorate this tree with red and pink ribbons that moved in the wind - a playful and meditative experience. I call this nature installation ‘Maple Tree celebration’. Related to this, I saw an exhibition at the British Museum which explored how death is thought about in different cultures. The shop opposite this exhibition sold painted wooden skeletons. I took a photo, with the skeletons in the foreground and a group of people in the background. I called it ‘Death for £13.99.’