Artist
While studying the use of found objects in art, and the artists who use them in their work, I was commissioned by Coast magazine to interview Nicola White, who scours the Thames foreshore for materials to turn into fabulous works of art. Immaculate timing!
(copyright Coast magazine)
So, one term down, two exhibitions, Christmas, and the start of a new year. How time flies when you’re having fun – especially when you’re working with found objects, everyday materials and printed images. Blame Marcel Duchamp for kicking off the whole readymade thing with his urinal…
A recurring theme throughout my work is the home – in particular my home – its inhabitants and the detritus of everyday life. After a rummage around the recycling bin I came up with a series of collages, a tribe of Boxheads and a little – ahem – battery chicken. No apologies for the terrible pun.
So, two years since I completed my HNC, I’ve signed up for the next step towards my Fine Art degree and it’s back to Kensington & Chelsea on the 19th. It’s only 40 years since I first thought I’d like to go to art college – no sense in rushing these things.
In preparation, I’ve been experimenting with making my own paper – made out of varying mixes of pulped newspapers, tissue paper, old proofs and, of course, the latest contents of the vacuum bag. One or two faces appeared along the way, too…
Terry Barber 