Artist’s statement

Nic’s work explores life narratives and the landscapes they inhabit. She is interested in the relationship, the ‘edge’, between people, place and moment.

The tension or harmony in these compositional elements and narratives allows her to explore themes of impermanence and legacy. Are we ever in place? What mark do we leave? How do our perceptions differ? We are at once fleeting and potent.

Nic’s paintings are rich and layered, built up through a process where removal and change are as essential as addition and selection.

Drawings are sourced from life; real, imagined or remembered, although Nic often uses observational mark making as a way in, drawing heavily from ever present sketchbooks.

Nic works predominantly in oils on linen or panel, but also uses printmaking in dialogue with her painting practice.

Nic’s studio is in South Devon, although her practice often finds her in wild or urban places, sourcing material and sparking ideas.