Contemporary mixed media artwork
Imagination allows us to travel to places beyond our physical reach. I am a mixed media artist who creates contemporary pieces, which are a visual interpretation of memories or experiences, born out of an experimental approach in the use of materials, processes and variation in colour palettes.
Hemingford Grey | Cambridgeshire | England
by Hilary Marshall
Welcome to my studio…
About me
I am an experimental mixed media artist working from my own studio in Cambridgeshire. My early career was as a graphic artist, having graduated with BA Hons in Graphic Design from Middlesex Polytechnic in 1986; a foundation which I think continues to influence my current stylised work. I worked primarily as a packaging designer, developing brands for high street names such as Marks and Spencer and Boots. Following this I became a primary school teacher where I was the art subject lead. I was delighted to achieve Artsmark gold status for my school, raising the profile of the arts in a difficult political climate. I have been working as a full-time artist since 2023
My work
Much of my work is inspired by the natural world and memory of place. It is largely driven by two fascinations: a love of colour and texture, and a curiosity to push both process and materials in innovative directions. This manifests itself as pieces built of many layers. Colour is often applied using mono type screen printing techniques with both under and over drawing. Materials are often suspended above the image. The results present strength and fragility co-existing in a state of equilibrium.
Exhibitions
I have sold work within both the private and corporate sectors and exhibited in a number of group exhibitions: Aka Contemporary Cambridge, Babylon Arts, St John’s Innovation Centre, The Wisbech Gallery, Art@One,, Haddenham Arts, Stapleford Granary and Yardley Arts. I am a member of The Cambridge Drawing Society and Cambridge Open Studios , regularly exhibiting at their annual events.
I was as also involved in the initial development of Art@one during its formative years, an exciting venture for promoting and showcasing local artists and bringing creativity to the local community. This further developed into projects collaborating with schools where I have designed activities for the children and led the visits.
If you wish to a purchase one of my pieces in the gallery or discuss a commission please contact me through the form on the contact page or email me directly hilarymarshallart@gmail.com
“Angels can fly because they take themselves lightly.” - G.K. Chesterton
My favourite quote
