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We live in times where how we relate and care for our environment and those that live within it has become a growing concern. ‘The Decreasing Exhibit’ was created to highlight this growing concern with regard to animals that are in fear of becoming extinct. It shows the Hintze Hall of the Natural History Museum, London with animals that are extinct, critically, endangered, endangered and vulnerable. Each are coloured in to represent how endangered they are.
The Decreasing Exhibit – mixed media
During lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic limited people’s experience of culture, especially that which London offers us. Art, music and amongst others, religious, venues were closed to visitors. An unprecedented time. The following four drawings were created with these thoughts in mind and also, to recognise the extreme efforts made by others, especially members of the NHS, to keep us safe and look after the well-being of the population.
A series of four drawings entitled “Lockdown London”. Silverpoint, egg tempera and 23.75ct gold leaf on Archer’s paper.
These have been accepted by the Society of Women Artists (SWA) to be displayed and for sale in their 2020 online exhibition, starting on September 22nd.
