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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