More recently Brendan's contemporary sculpture has seen him combine other materials with the ceramics such as steel, brass, aluminium and wood.

“The works in the exhibition will consist of a series of unlikely cars and is referencing our ongoing journey through life, carrying our personal narratives and possessions (stuff) along the way."

I find the coast particularly captivating. Its dramatic environment, with constantly shifting patterns of weather and light, highlights nature's unpredictability and transience. It is here that I feel the vastness of the world and engage in deep contemplation, reflection, and introspection.

The oil paintings I create in response to these experiences are often dynamic and dramatic, characterised by energetic brushstrokes and gestural marks that leave a powerful impression of place and time. In contrast, my charcoal drawings are more tranquil and introspective, evoking a dreamlike quality. Both mediums aim to engage the viewer, inviting them to reflect on their own experiences and emotional connections to the landscape.

For the next few years, she dedicated herself to painting landscapes, paying homage to the beautiful scenery of her adopted country. However, Santie felt a profound need to reconnect more intimately through her art, which led her to look inward. Her most recent pieces have evolved into a form of visual journaling. Just as writing aids in making sense of our deepest thoughts, Santie's process of creating visual diaries through her artwork enables her to gradually unveil and discover deeper feelings. This approach not only fosters personal introspection, but also builds a bridge to those who engage with her art, offering viewers an opportunity to connect with their own emotions and stories.

Incorporating elements from older works, these paintings breathe new life into familiar forms, with texture, line work and dynamic mark making in layers, that feel like tapestries and maps. Vicky Lord offers an alternative view the world, prompting reflection on how we interact with and are shaped by the landscapes we inhabit.

For Vicky, a 'journeyscape' is an exploration of connection, perception, and the passage of time, rendered in a way that is both deeply personal and universally resonate.

Journeyscape ultimately challenges us to engage with our environment more thoughtfully, recognising the layers of history and meaning that inform our present experience.

Using art as her conduit through her practice, Robin strives to create an awareness and notions of empathy to provoke responses of compassion, tolerance and hope for better understanding between differences in ideology and perceptions.