A photographic and art exhibition in July will show an artistic journey through Lente e Penello (Lens and Brush) by artist Anita Eastwood and photographer Phil Coleborn around Jersey’s shorelines and sites
Anita describes it as ‘A collaboration to produce an exhibition centred around Jersey and the magnificent views that are all around us, which we believe will leave the viewer in thought about the two types of craft, and of course our magnificent Island…’
Anita is a professional artist who works in watercolour, acrylic, and mixed media. The style and subject of her works vary from abstract to figurative. She has had numerous solo and group exhibitions locally and internationally in the United Kingdom, Italy, Jersey and France.
Her artistic journey is a dynamic and evolving narrative that spans various styles and techniques, reflecting a deep exploration of both technical skills and personal expression. The transition from a realistic and academic style to experimentation with different techniques, followed by embracing a figurative expressionist style and ultimately settling into abstract, showcases her willingness to push artistic boundaries and engage in a continual process of self-discovery.
Phil is a Jersey based photographer, who is drawn to capturing the stunning coastal seascapes to be found around the Island and has become known for his fine art seascape photography.
He said: ‘I am a long-time hobby photographer with a love for the practice, it plays a big part in my life on a daily basis, and it is an addictive passion. Influenced by contemporary and abstract photography styles such as ICM (Intentional Camera Movement).
‘Whilst exploring and creating new work, I find the process to be therapeutic on many levels, it allows me to slow down, unwind. It’s my way of connecting with the environment in a very focused way.
‘I have explored many different approaches over the years. More recent work is influenced by David Hockney which introduced me to the world of abstraction, and using ‘ICM’ allows me the opportunity to transform the mundane into something magically unique where I find a kind of magic happens.’
Light is the most important part of the process for Phil, in which he tries to convey solitude, tranquillity and stillness in his compositions. Observing the constant flux of the shoreline throughout the day and year, gives him the perfect opportunity to respond to the tension and drama found in the coastal landscape. Capturing the interplay of light, colour, form, texture and movement.’
The exhibition will be at David Hick Interiors, St Lawrence, between 5 and 19 July.
