Helen Breach, statement and biography
Multi-discipline artist based in Castle Acre Norfolk UK.
An architectural background and MA Drawing from Norwich University of the Arts.
A slight obsession with life-drawing, leading to anatomical studies, leading to morbid and surreal diversions. Recent works have developed from images and stories in dreams creating 'poetic abstraction' artworks reflecting a subconscious state - perhaps a window into my deepest self.
Plentiful colour in paintings, dramatic black tones in prints. I enjoy the contrast between of unmeditated movements in painting and the organised discipline of an aquatint.
Sculptural works in the past included working with fluorescent acrylic sheet with an emphasis on interpreting the world of birds into my own bright flocks of imagination. Recently creating bronzes has been an empowering experience. An underlying use of recycled materials is also a major source for inventive sculptures.
My practice thrives on diversity in technique, subject and approach. Exploration and experiment is always paramount - there is so much to learn!
