by Margaret Uttley BA (hons)
Charcoal and Graphite
h: 112 w: 112 d: 3 (cms).
During COVID-19 lockdown, I was restricted to just exploring the close area around Cliff beach, Valtos, where we are fortunate to live. This small bay in 'Isolation' is quite private and rarly accessed from the main beach. I have spent much time wandering amongst the rockpools, enjoying this space to myself, expressing "how lucky am I".
Observing the rich depths through the clear clean water pools, the characterful shapes of the majestic bold rocks that reveal their interesting fracture lines, telling the story of their formation. The rhythmical movement of the sea is echoed in the sand and the rocks.
by Margaret Uttley BA (hons)
Charcoal and Graphite
h: 146 w: 70 d: 4 (cms).
'Gateways of Peat' was worked as part of the 'Edge of Sight' exhibition at An Lanntair in 2018. Gallen Head is quite an intriguing place. It holds a history of protection from the Ministry of Defence occupation, whos presence is evident from the abandond bunkers. Its exposed remote location, quietly eminates a presence of power and energy which makes me question my own sense of place.
