Portal I: Elemental Radiance The Piece: This first circular work captures the warmth of a Dartmoor sunrise. The translucent layers of ochre and moss green evoke the grounded yet shifting energy of the Earth Elementals. Technique: By applying acrylic to a 61cm Perspex disc, the light is trapped within the material, creating a glowing halo effect that mimics a physical threshold between worlds. The Vibe: A luminous exploration of folklore, where the transparency of the medium allows the "presence" of the legend to take a tangible, sculptural form.
Portal II: Ethereal Mist The Piece: Inspired by the sudden, shifting fogs of the Devon moors, this second portal features more delicate, desaturated tones. It represents the fleeting nature of a Piskie encounter—there one moment, gone the next. Technique: The circular geometry serves as a focal point for meditation. The smooth surface of the Perspex ensures that the brushwork remains ethereal, avoiding heavy textures to maintain a sense of "otherness." The Vibe: A minimalist take on traditional myth, focusing on the clarity of perception and the thin veil between the mundane and the magical.
Portal III: The Verdant Threshold The Piece: The final work in the series leans into deeper teals and forest greens, suggesting the hidden, shadowed places of Dartmoor’s ancient woods. It is a portal into the dense, vibrant heart of nature. Technique: The 61cm diameter creates a porthole-like perspective. Using the transparency of the substrate, the colours appear to float in space, giving the legendary subject matter a modern, resonant physical presence. The Vibe: A deep-dive into the intersection of light and legend, transforming a modern industrial material into a vessel for ancient storytelling.
