Technologies of the Self

“…technologies of the self, which permit individuals to effect by their own means or with the help of others a certain number of operations on their own bodies and souls, thoughts, conduct, and way of being, so as to transform themselves in order to attain a certain state of happiness, purity, wisdom, perfection, or immortality.”

Foucault, M., 1982. Technologies of the Self

”An important part of my methodology is to document my local environment through walks including, photographing and collecting littered materials and found objects. I use a variety of media to research how a lack of awareness and respect for others is impacting the human condition and the environment.” Ashley Baldwin-Smith

”Utilising a feminist methodology my practice researches silence around sexism, sexual harassment and assault. I am particularly interested in the reasons why victims and witnesses do not speak up against sexual misdemeanors when they occur in public.
I represent these misdemeanors and the reasons why we don’t speak up through printmaking.” Katy Drake

”My practice is situated in a state of tension born from the positioning of subjectivity as a constantly shifting process. I use seemingly disparate materials to create form: the ensuing dialogue interrogates the notion that the subjective self ‘occurs in the zone of proximity in the space between entities’ (Hannah Stark, 2017).” Diane Roe

”Exploring concepts of identity, community, and how we are connected, my investigations include how sound and thought can be used to create bonds on a physical, chemical, and psychological level. My current work questions how sound and listening can be used as a vehicle for bonding and acts of co-creation.” Katherine Van-Uytrecht

”The external appearance of our bodies does not always reveal our inner feelings. Emotions play a significant part in people’s lives and yet there is no scientific or logical model that provides evidence of their existence. I explore ways to visualise and map these chaotic, yet vital, bodily sensations.” Vivienne Loraine

”I am a Cambridge based artist and printmaker. My recent work has been an exploration of the feelings and perceptions of older women in our current society. Using printmaking, textiles, performance and sound I hope to enable these women’s voices to be heard and challenge negative stereotypes of ageing.” Ann Mitchell

”My interest in the relationship between memory and domestic objects has been present in my practice for many years. My personal experience of Alzheimer’s has influenced my work’s direction. My art practice focuses on the exploration of issues surrounding memory, forgetting and loss through the forms of printmaking and free machine embroidery (stitch).” Sandra Scott

”My practice explores the visualization of experience through painting. Specifically, in relation to pugilism, and the investigation into the physicality of boxing and painting. Physical imagery involves the key concept of immersion and embodiment of subject matter through my own physical body and psychological adoption of pugilism.” Alexander A D Unsworth

”I am an international artist from Hungary. My pharmaceutical background gives me a technical viewpoint that I combine with the freedom of artistic expression. I often use medical imaging as inspiration and represent my subjects through natural patterns. Currently, my focus is introspective and encompasses different approaches to the process of self-investigation. “ Katalin Petschner-Peto

”Humans are taking away the territory of other creatures, and species are quietly disappearing from Earth. I capture their existence by creating images of ghostly humanized animals.” Sachiko Purser

”“Life In Heaven” The theme of my pieces is life after death and the path we must cover to get there. This work was created under the influence of the Arte Povera trend. In the project, particular attention is paid to symbolism, colour scheme and the use of various materials. “ Tomasz Surgiel