Most Unwanted
Exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints based on vintage Police mugshots from the 1940’s, 50’s and 60’s that focuses on petty criminals from all walks of life
The original photos recorded people on the edge of society, those in the wrong place at the wrong time. Some of the 'crimes' committed such as homosexuality are no longer considered illegal today and I am fascinated by changing attitudes and shifting tolerances together with mistakes in judgement that led to the subjects being arrested.
The format of the Police mugshot is a quick, unplanned, unrehearsed moment in time. I'm drawn to the directness and immediacy of them and I have carried that feeling into the artworks. The exhibition will also showcase large-scale drawings, paintings and prints.