Inspired by a deep appreciation for nature, Wendy Teasdale’s artwork is vibrant in colour and rhythmic in pattern and texture. Wendy paints from a place of spontaneity, creating intuitively by layering colourful inks and high flow acrylics. Wendy uses archival ink in black and white to create patterns inspired by the harmony found in the natural world. She’s currently obsessed with the application of gold leaf!
Wendy has a B.A. in the History of Art and Design from De Montfort University. She teaches Art camps during the summer and is an Early Childhood Educator.
What inspired your pieces for this particular exhibition?
“The pieces I chose or created for the Kaleidoscope exhibition had movement and vibrancy in common, in both composition and colour.”
“In Your Heart”, Acrylic Ink and Archival Ink, 9” x 12”, $170
What is your favourite technique when creating new work?
“My technique is very intuitive. I usually start with a colour in mind and the next colour literally chooses itself! After laying down the inks I draw marks, which are often based on the shapes I see formed by the colours.”
Where do you create your work? What type of environment do you prefer to work in?
“Although my inky backgrounds are nearly always created at my art table, I love drawing out-side. My favourite places are at the lake and the beach.”
You can view more of her art at artwork here or check out her Instagram: @poquito_artist!
