Katy Badger

 

 

 

"I have always loved the practical, physical side of art; as a child I was always making things, and as a Fine Art student I spend most of my time working with my hands (and generally making a mess) in the studio.

In other artists’ work, the processes of developing and physically producing work really fascinate me. While the theories and history of Fine Art have become increasingly important to my work, as they inform my concepts and techniques, my first love will always be making.

This is why my practice is primarily in drawing and sculpture. Concepts in my work change, but I am always drawn to exploring them through the visual languages of both mediums. They are challenging, time consuming and hands-on practices, and I never quite feel as if I’m finished with a piece. You could always add more detail, change sections, and develop an idea further: the physical nature of them both means that I can constantly challenge myself and become more ambitious with each piece I make.  Currently I am addressing themes of fragility and vulnerability by experimenting with materials such as bedding, and by juxtaposing drawings with sculptural objects to create visual relationships."