Statement
After graduating in 1995, my paintings were abstract with ambiguous figurative elements. The work has since developed in a more figurative direction whilst retaining the painterly qualities of the earlier abstract work.
Current work explores the many aspects of play. Earlier paintings were based on playground politics and personal memories of primary school and focused on group dynamics and isolation.
The ideas are further developed in ‘How to Save a Donkey, ‘Not a Stag Party’ and ‘Coast’ where the playground becomes more theatrical and allows the imagination to transport one to another world. The characters wear masks to hide/reveal identity. These are narrative paintings but also allow the viewer to interpret them according to their own experiences.
As the artist I can interpret the work and understand its ambiguity. Other viewers will interpret it according to their own perceptions and experiences. Whilst each picture can be viewed as a puzzle, it is for each viewer to unlock it and arrive at their own conclusions.
Forthcoming shows include residency and exhibition at ‘Art on the Armitage’, Chicago, a residency in Gotland, Visby, Sweden and was recently selected for the OPEM art exhibition by Richard Wilson at the Collection Lincoln 2011.
Web: www.jackieberridge.co.uk
Email: jackie@jackieberridge.co.uk
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