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London to Cambridge Run Commute (reprise)

A reprise of the live art work / running performance from London to Cambridge, this time undertaking the return journey over a period of 8 days for the exhibition Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger, curated by Simon Willems at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery, Greenwich 15/07 – 30/08

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Artists statement

My work explores the quiet, emotional spaces between connection and care — between a mother and child, a person and nature, a body and its healing. I paint from personal experience, especially the raw tenderness of motherhood and the healing […]

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Trauma

My forthcoming artwork, “Manifestation (Ad Astra Per Aspera)”, aims to address the complexity and psychological / physiological impact of trauma, it highlights how it can be triggered by everyday sensory stimuli, the unconscious apprehension and the perpetual nature of its […]

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The Snail

For nearly a decade, my home was a guardianship in a former school, where the playground surrounding me was reclaimed by plants and wildlife. I’m making a film about living there; sharing writing and reflections on the experience and process.

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Studying motion through cinema

  Last November, I attended a mental well-being workshop for black men, which specifically targeted that social group. I liked this, so I went, albeit fashionably late. A key organiser, Nzinga, was shocked to see my face: “It’s so nice […]

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Helena Smee Puppeteer Portrait

Returning to my Artwork of 2017/18 when I created a number of modern day Reilquaries in Medieval Style. But with a variety of subjects rather than just Memorial. Some human condition, comment. I found this a portrait of partner Helena Smee. Small and simple. I should do more!

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Exeter Crafts Festival 2025

Just heard that my Gutterman trade stand will be located at number 53 on the site map. Looking forward to discovering the unique crafts and connect with fellow enthusiasts at the festival. For more information, check out the festivals website […]

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How to Price Your Art to it’s Value

Many artists undercharge for their work or price their work well but then give discounts because they don;t believe in the price. What you need is a solid strategy so that you feel confident in asking for the price.

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The Stanford Stones

A diary following the creation of a wayfinding trail through the village of Stanford in the Vale, Oxfordshire.

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Sweet Jane Video Artwork

Just sort of grown out of my 2017 Reliquary Artwork into a multi media thing, is it a music video, short film?

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A close up of an assemblage of painted and crumpled papers in neutral and jarring tones. Yellow and Whites text reads: Testing Ground, Emma Bolland.
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A Residency Diary for Testing Ground

Testing Ground is Yorkshire Artspaces’s residency programme at Exchange Place Studios, providing a supported and intensive period of creative experimentation for an artist based in Sheffield. I am delighted to be their 2025 artist in residence.

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Donald Trump Portrait
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Donald Trump’s Reliquary Portrait and the RA Story

The Video Story of the creation of a Donald Trump Portrait Titled:Big Chief Hero and then reworked as Big Chief Hero – Again. The reaction from the Royal Academy of Arts London all in one short Film.

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Why do I paint?

I think when someone asks me why I paint, I always struggle to answer immediately. For me, it feels like second nature – like asking someone why they go outside or why they eat. But when I start to dig […]

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