Chloe Barnes
London, United Kingdom
As a London-based artist, I look at the relationship of internal and external aspects of identity to...
About the artist
Chloe Barnes
Joined In 2023
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About the artist
Chloe Barnes
Joined In 2023
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As a London-based artist, I look at the relationship of internal and external aspects of identity to construct representations that reflect the two. Whilst my practice is a means of self-exploration to understand my own identity and process my lived experiences, the subjects in my work are ambiguous figures which act as a mirror for my audience to connect with and reflect upon.
My practice is rooted in monoprinting, a spontaneous and intuitive process that allows me to create unique and expressive prints. My recent body of monotypes investigates female empowerment through witches and the Greek Heroine, Atalanta. I incorporate costumes, masks and anthropomorphism into my imagery, which allows me to evoke a more profound sense of storytelling and mystery.
In January 2023, I completed a Masters in Multi-Disciplinary Printmaking from the University of the West of England. Since 2022, I have exhibited across the country, including Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair, the Royal Scottish Academy's Annual Exhibition and the Royal Society of British Artists Biennial Exhibition, where I was awarded the Hahnemühle Fine Art Award. Most recently, I was shortlisted for the Margate Art Prize 2023 by Tracey Emin and selected as a finalist for the A...
2021 - 2023 | MA Multi-Disciplinary Printmaking, UWE
2016 - 2019 | BA Illustration, UWE
(Upcoming) Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair | London | October 2023
ACS Studio Prize x Gurr Johns | 19th - 22nd September 2023
The Margate Art Prize | Ramsay & Williams Gallery | July 2023
Bainbridge Open 2023 | June 2023
Bath Fringe Arts Festival | 44AD Space | May 2023
RSA Anual Exhibition | Royal Scottish Academy | May 2023
Open Studios | Spike Print Studio | April 2023
RBA Annual Exhibition | The Mall Gallery | March 2023
MA Showcase | Paintworks, Bristol | January 2023
Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair | London | 2022
Southbank Miniprint Exhibition | London | 2022
St Mary’s School Pop-Up Exhibition | 2022
‘Draw the Line’ Group Show | Hoxton Arches | 2019
BA Degree Show | Bower Ashton, Bristol | 2019
Illustration Group Show | Cass Art, Bristol | 2019
Solo exhibition | Gloucester Guildhall | 2016