Ellie Vowell
Fascinated by the contrast between the sensuality and intimacy of the vulnerable nude and the disconnection from this as we go about our daily lives , I have explored portraiture and figure-based artworks throughout the course . These ideas were the foundational themes within my work , subsequently leading me to investigate links with mark making . Inspired by unapologetically confrontational figurative pieces by the likes of Jenny Saville and Paul Sepuya , as well as participation in life drawing sessions , I have focused on the depiction of the human form and how to convey sensuality through refinement and precision . As a result , I found that this technical detailing can strongly connote intimacy . Conversely , I have analysed dynamic and chaotic impressionist works by the likes of Jeremy Mann and Brett Amory to investigate the creation of more expressive pieces in an attempt to communicate the daily chaos of normal living and general human interaction .
Using various mediums including oil paint , photography and charcoal , I began to understand the significance of stylistic choices and artistic technique as they enabled me to influence the meaning and interpretation of my works . Working with various mediums also highlighted how colour works with mark making . This drove my experimentation with monotones in addition to fully pigmented pieces to learn about the atmospheric impacts of colour palettes and tonal ranges . I drew from artists like Rembrandt to refine and develop my own take on these dramatic qualities .