Artist Statement:
My endeavour is to create emotionally raw artworks, created primarily through the paradoxically laboured and intricate medium of textiles; utilising a collage technique of embroidery, appliqué, digital printing, and silk-screening; often using found materials to weave history into the work. Whether through an expanding vocabulary of quasi-mythological symbols, or embroidered lines of text extracted from performative situations, the works explore both personal, national and universal identity, often in response to aggravating relationships and events.
The dramatic and intense impression created by these works is heightened by a vibrant and bold palette, which is used to both reinforce the narrative as well as underline the labour-intensive aspect of my practice. More recently I have developed my practice into new materials including glass, bronze, and mono-print. These works reveal a deep concern with control and chaos and my desire to find my place between these two distinct states.
Selected Exhibitions:
You Can't Outrun This, Anima Mundi, St Ives
Collections:
Simmons & Simmons
Soho House - Greek Street, London; Dumbo House, New York
If you would like more information or images of any of the works please get in touch with me via henryhussey@hotmail.co.uk or via the form below. Thank you.
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