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Sophie Capron Solo Exhibition

Sophie Capron Solo Exhibition ‘Echos of the Past’ at Artwave West

Artwave West is proud to present “Echoes of the Past,” a solo exhibition by the highly talented artist,

Sophie Capron.

Running from 2nd – 30th November, this compelling show invites viewers to explore the interplay of memory, history, and transformation through Capron’s innovative use of reclaimed materials.

Sophie Capron’s artistic process is rooted in sustainability and the profound narratives embedded in old paint. Using paint donated from various sources, she meticulously layers and sands her works, revealing the stories hidden within. Each stroke and texture tells a tale, echoing the past while engaging with contemporary themes of renewal and change.

Capron’s technique of building up layers and then sanding them down not only creates depth but also symbolises the passage of time and the way memories can fade yet remain impactful. The resulting pieces are rich in both visual and emotional complexity, inviting viewers to reflect on their own connections to the past.

“Echoes of the Past” is not just an exhibition; it is an experience that challenges us to consider the histories we carry with us and how they shape our present. Capron’s work resonates with those interested in the relationship between art, environment, and memory, making it a must-see for art lovers and enthusiasts alike.

Sophie be in the gallery on 2nd November 10:30am – 12:30pm, where attendees can meet her and gain insight into her creative process. The gallery invites everyone to engage with this thought-provoking collection and discover the beauty that arises from repurposed materials.’

Artwave West Gallery, Morcombelake, Bridport, DT6 6DY

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Laura Menzies in Mark This Moment

‘Mark This Moment’  

A joint exhibition of abstract works by contemporary painters Laura Menzies & Stephanie Sandercock  

The Crypt, Mariners Church, Norway Square, St Ives. TR26 1NA

Sat June 26th– Fri July 2nd /  Open 10 – 5pm daily.

‘Mark this Moment’ is a joint exhibition by contemporary painters Laura Menzies and Stephanie Sandercock that showcases recent work, documenting the artists’ individual experiences of this unique time.   Demonstrating a powerful approach to process and the materiality of paint, this exhibition aims to provide a contemplative and uplifting space where viewers can lose themselves in the rich layers of texture, colour and marks that unite these works. Both artists will be at the gallery during the duration of the exhibition to greet visitors and share more about their paintings and processes.

Laura combines oil, cold wax, collage and spray paint to create abstract paintings that are lyrical in style. Her work has an organic and imperfect feel and often contains harmonious pallets and soft shapes, inspired by living stones thrown from the coastline. www.lauramenzies.co.uk

Stephanie creates unique effects with ground limestone and marble plaster. Large-scale acrylic works on aluminium and rusted steel add a strong physical presence to the show, while delicate natural mica crystals catch the light like quartz in the Cornish coastal rock. www.stephaniesandercock.com

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Ashley Hanson – Colourscapes

NSA Member Ashley Hanson is showing work in a new exhibition at the Crypt Gallery, St Ives. There will be a large selection of paintings from the ‘Porthleven’, ‘Penzance’ and ‘City of Glass’ series, including recent works on show for the first time. Ashley will also be working on a new ‘Porthleven’ painting during the week in the gallery. The show runs from 29th May to 4th June at the Crypt Gallery, Mariners Church, Norway Square, St Ives, TR26 1LU. Opening hours 11am – 5pm daily.

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Bo Hilton and Jack Paffet in The Shape of Colour, PZ Gallery

NSA members Bo Hilton and Jack Paffet are taking part in The Shape of Colour – a group show at the PZ Gallery in Penzance. This show brings together four artists who share common concerns. Allowing the autonomy of painting to shape the final image is an interest that runs throughout the exhibition.

The works are united by their retinal quality. A strong sense of colour, pattern and painterly brush marks can be seen throughout the show. Each piece treads the line between figuration and abstraction, fragments of the natural world and memories become starting points, but never solid in their formation. The paintings become amalgamations of visual references, which incorporate emotional and psychological responses to these observations. The ambiguous nature of the works encourage the viewer to question and decipher the spaces in front of them.

The show runs from 20th – 30th May at the PZ Gallery, 7 Coinagehall St, Penzance TR18 4AY

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A Life Being Ken Turner

Congratulations to NSA member Ken Turner on the publication of his book A Life Being Ken Turner.

The book, with over 100 pages of paintings in colour, describes his life as a painter from 1944 to 2020. Ken summarises it as follows:

The book traces my journey through many approaches to art from early watercolours to the later acrylics. Three London solo exhibitions (1964 -66), taught me to escape from the artworld and I started Action Space to bring art to the community as Social Sculpture. Then to angles, triangles, the abstract, and experiments in performance. The importance of my work today is focussed on dangers to the existence of our planet due to climate change. Also, the corruption of consciousness in terms of art becoming entertainment and stock exchange systems.  

   

Gilgamesh searching for everlasting life

Bomb Blast


The book can be purchased online here

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