Abhaya

Abhaya 

Hand raised in a sign of peace. A gesture to dispel fear, indicate protection  and reassure devotees. 

All images and content Copyright © 2013 Amy McKee

Padmasana (Self- Portrait)

'Padmasana (Self- Portrait)'

150 cm x 150 cm, pen on paper

In my drawings I try to explore my mixed Indian ethnic identity and femininity through symbolism. I combine Hindu iconographic symbols with self-portraits to create an other-worldly character ‘Devi’ as a powerful and divine alter-ego, with the intent of presenting the viewer with a skewed reality.

In the piece shown, ‘Padmasana (self-portrait)’ I’m experimenting with the image of a de-capitated figure, in Hinduism a symbol of transcendence, and also seen in animal sacrifices. I’m interested in contrasting the violence of the decapitation with the calmness of meditation and the beauty of the lotus. 

All images and content Copyright © 2013 Amy McKee

iNTERiM

Photos from the 'Interim' exhibition at Philadelphia Street Gallery, Cabot Circus.

An exhibition of work from 1st and 3rd year Fine Art students, UWE.

Level 1 students will respond to a 24 hour time-scale in which to produce their pieces.

Level 3 students will be presenting work related to their individual current practices.

PRIVATE VIEW 28th February 2013 6-9pm
with a bar and food available!

Exhibition continues 1st & 2nd March 10am-7pm

Level 1 artists:

Charley Wallner, Ellie Vowles, Olivia Walsh, Alice Voss, Ben Tupper, Muhammad Asadi, Otto Stoneman, Sarah Lobar, Rebecca Russell, Laura Dukes, Aneta Golik, Lydia Roberts, James Norman, Esme Boggis, Elliott Harding, Jed Fielder, Harry Forward

Level 3 artists:

Holli Macnamara
Sarah Wilson
Amy McKee
Emma Lilwall