Gemma Mallinson

Hi, I’m Gemma. I am currently completing an Arts Council England funded Developing Your Creative Practice project entitled “Sustainably painting rewinding projects in the IOW UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. I have explored new media to work with as I would like the materials I work with to be as sustainable as possible. I am working withHampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, and the University of Cambridge to explore new subject matter for my work. I hope to create a new body of work over the next few months ready to share with you all next year.

My work ranges from abstract expressionist pieces to more literal landscapes and seascapes but all are linked by their themes of the natural landscapes of the Isle of Wight and a fascination with layers and textures which can be seen in all my work.

In 2022 I had my first solo exhibition at Monkton Arts Acons Gallery which was very well received. I have also shared my work with the public at the Spring Art and Garden Fair at Northwood House and the Royal Isle of Wight County show. I have sold many pieces to private collectors and have completed several commissions. In 2023 I had a joint exhibition with fellow IW Creative Network member Hollie Jackson at Quarr Abbey.