When I sit down to paint I paint what I want, for myself and often about myself. I love to share my knowledge, process and work, especially if it helps demystify capital A Art and the creative process for others. However! I paint selfishly, this is a form of communication that feels 'right' to me and I'm going to indulge in it without feeling guilty.
Creating has never been an option for me, it's just jam that's always escaping the doughnut and sand in your socks. It's going to happen anyway so I may as well direct it and harness it and maybe make something cool. I choose to be driven by the natural world, personal expression and the emotional and physical sensations of my materials.
I use all sorts of mediums and follow threads of inspiration where they wanna go. For me, creation is more important than cohesion.
Proudly sponsored by social housing.
Want to buy something? Very cool! Email me at nappingbynoon@gmail.com
2023:
Received VACMA 2022/23 funding to create Sellisternian
Exhibited a piece at 'In Our Hands' at North Light Arts
Illustration featured on cover of Kaleidoscopic Minds
Galashiels Studio Club volunteer as committee member providing social media content and workshops.
2024:
Contributed to this article on Autism and creativity: https://www.itsnicethat.com/features/autism-creative-industry-190324
Set up a show of sketchbooks for Little Art Hub
Part of Galashiels Studio Club – 76th Annual Exhibition at Old Gala House, 22nd June to 13th July
Part of Neuk Perspectives exhibition at WASPS Patriothall Gallery, 4th-28th July
Part of Collective: 15 years of VACMA in the South of Scotland at Peebles Library, Museum & Gallery, 27th July-10th October
Galashiels Studio Club volunteer as committee member providing social media content and workshops.