An exhibition of work by Painting student Arlene Sharp & a visit to the Wellcome Collection

An exhibition of work by Painting student Arlene Sharp will be on view at Harrow Arts Centre from 3rd – 10th September. 

Arlene is currently completing the final module of her Painting degree. Tutor Fiona MacDonald will take a study group to the exhibition on Saturday 3rd September.

Arlene’s exhibition, comprising paintings and photographs is a response to the nearby area of Grimsdyke Woods at Old Redding, Harrow Weald, home at the turn of the century to playwright W.S. Gilbert.

It is inspired by the woodland, particularly the ornamental lake - Gilbert’s lake - and by the writing of French philosopher Gaston Bachelard (1884-1962).

Original ideas to stage the exhibition in the woods were put on hold temporarily due to lake rewilding development planned for the Autumn. Deciding to move to an inside venue, Arlene considered how to bring the space of the woods into the gallery.

Describing her intentions…