LIGHT AND DARK

ST MARGARET’S HOUSE SUMMER EXHIBITION

22nd July to 8th September

Just under 40 artists show works across all sorts of mediums expressing their unique interpretation of this year’s exhibition theme of LIGHT AND DARK.

Eleni Shamarkou

Lemon Ice l 2025

Laura Carey

The End of Another Day l 2024

Artists have an opportunity to explore the contrasts between illumination and shadow, not just in a physical sense but also in emotion, symbolism, and storytelling. In painting and printing, the dramatic use of light, shadow and colour can draw attention to specific elements or create a sense of volume and realism. Abstract and conceptual artists explore these contrasts to evoke atmosphere or comment on deeper psychological or social themes.

Nadine Anna Rawlins

Frustration l 2025

PJ Ayres

Interference l 2025

Artists have long used the interplay of light and darkness to create mood, tension, and depth. Light often symbolises hope and truth, while darkness might represent sadness, confusion, mystery, danger, or the subconscious.

Maria Sobczy

Moonlight

Mira Connolly

Hertford Union Canal

Ultimately, art inspired by light and dark reflects life’s dualities—joy and sorrow, clarity and obscurity, life and death. It encourages viewers to look beyond the surface and consider the balance of opposites that shape our world. In every flicker of light or deepening shadow, there is a story waiting to be seen.

Kristina Stipetic

Gold Segmentation l 2024

Virginia Orr

Blossom 0642

To read more of what some artists say about their work, for a list of works and artist contact details see LIST OF WORKS below.

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