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BiographyAfter almost 3 years living and working in New Zealand, Racheblue returned home to London in March 2008. Her work reflects both of these very distinctive places and is heavily influenced by the diverse and lush New Zealand landscapes, flora & beaches as well as the more cosmopolitan characters and the vibrant mix of both new and old in the cityscapes of the UK. Working with acrylic & mixed media on canvas Racheblue takes inspiration from the vibrant colours and unique environment that define New Zealand and the familiar yet constantly morphing historical culture of the UK and London in particular. In addition to painting, the artist creates digital images from her original drawings, paintings & photographs using digital software to experiment & translate ideas into deep, multi-layered images. Demonstrating a fascination with the mythical, Racheblue draws on a vivid imagination and an ability to see beneath the surface in order to transform the ordinary into an enchanting fairy tale. Upcoming ExhibitionsArTea Party II - Wandsworth ArTea Party will make its
debut UK appearance in London’s Wandsworth over Fairtrade Fortnight
2009. In the sumptuous setting of The County Arms’ conservatory, guests
will enjoy delectable fairtrade refreshments whilst browsing equally
tempting local art & craft. Further information: ArTea Party website | Press Release Current WorkStories & Memories - One of two main themes of Racheblue's current work is an ongoing investigation into how we remember the past and how we then portray those memories, mixed with nostalgia and desire, both to ourselves and to others. Ethics and Environmental Sustainability
- The other main theme of Racheblue's work is centred around the
subject of Ethical & Sustainable Lifestyles. This work is a
personal and social critique of how our consumer culture is evolving
due to increasing public interest in ethics and the environmental
challenges we face today. Ethical fashion, sustainable design and
reduced consumption are key topics under creative discussion and
Racheblue combines her artistic endeavours in these fields with
research and writing on her weblogs - Ecomonkey and bluAngelAlmanac. ArTea Party is part of the latter creative theme and aims to combine local art promotion and sales with charitable fundraising for causes deemed important to the artists involved as well as raising public awareness of eco and ethical choices such as fairtrade and organic consumerism. The 2nd ArTea Party will be held on 7th March 2009 at The County Arms, Wandsworth Common, London SW18. Visit the website for more details. Freelance work, Commissions & ExhibitionsFairtrade Tea Party & Art Sale fundraiser - ArTea Party II - London UK - March 2009 | |
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