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since I lived on Dartmoor, mainly animal skulls, they are very beautiful especially those of birds. I also collect shed skins from reptiles, insects, snakes, spiders etc. That may sound a bit weird but it feeds an interest in growth and transitional states, my own work revolves around this theme. I also collect masks from around the world and percussive instruments that are made from natural objects such as seeds, husks, gourds etc. u SB Do you keep a scrapbook? Katharine: I collect stuff that interests me and I pin it on the wall of my studio for inspiration, so I guess my wall is my scrapbook. u SB What are your interests outside of illustration? Katharine: Recreationally, I have always danced. This has taken many forms from Salsa to Samba to West Coast Swing and Jazz. I also play Surdo and Caixa in two samba bands, one of which is also choreographed so this marries my love of percussion with my love of dance quite nicely. u SB Who are your art and illustration heroes? Katharine: Louise Bourgeois, Cathy de Monchaux, Rebecca Horn, Giacometti, Tamare de Lempicka. u SB If you could travel back in time which period would you visit & why? Katharine: 1920’s. I just love Art Deco and the era in general. Katharine Asher’s Favourites Café Tart, 16 The Promenade, Gloucester Road, Bristol BS7 8AE Gallery The Hayward, Tate Modern and Saatchi Galleries Art Equipment 6B pencil, compressed charcoal Drink Gin Holiday destination Brazil www.illustrationweb.com/katharineasher 172