Visual Representation

I was gently reminded yesterday that my blog didn't have many images, in fact it has none!

I do apologise most sincerely and will try and remember to add at least one everytime I post my ramblings. They may not be current, edited (highly unlikely) and in-keeping with the thought of the day...but will most certainly be of me or taken by me.

So, without further ado, let me explain about the above from my practice...

Adam's Apple (2006) I started with the notion of food and played with sealing slices of fruits in between sheets of v fine plastic...and then watched them decay. Banana's...oh, my goodness, pears also. Grapes were interesting as too were strawberries. But apples outshone all by far!

Whilst opening the creative gates to imminent inspiration I thought of how apples have been linked to stories, Snow White, William Tell, even Helen of Troy. But by far the greatest tale is of Adam and Eve...so with no hesitation, I set about becoming Eve in a gown for which I printed the fabric, cut the cloth and stitched the beads.

I wanted to present two very different aspects of the piece. I directed the photographer (Ms Nicola Rhodes@ www.vvphotography.co.uk) in both studio and orchard...where else for external shots?! And lost my curls for the occasion!!

The slice of apple used for creative reference is contained in perspex, attached to Genesis ch3 v1-6, and is almost dust now. The gown is still as sumptuous, delicious and as much a delight to adorn. (I would imagine!)

This has been a little strange recounting work, but enjoyable nonetheless. Thank-you for your interest...and patience!

MissTip