I didn't stop for coffee today, this was from my last visit to Fika in Brick Lane in the Wintertime. I love Swedish coffee and the saffron cake was delicious. Thankyou to everyone who keeps dropping by and for your recent comments on past posts, I have missed blogging while life has taken over and it is good to be back and always lovely to hear from you xx
Still in the House ii Silk on torchon 49x60 cms
Lilian Lenton 1891-1972 (aka Ida Inkley), home office surveillance photograph, taken while she was in Holloway prison in 1912 at the age of 21. Lilian fought for the right for women to vote. Lilian aimed to set fire to 2 empty buildings a week, she was suspected of setting fire to the tea house in Kew Gardens. Lilian later served as an orderly in the first world war and was awarded the French Red Cross medal.
Four exhibitions in May, curated by the artists Emma Woffenden and Matt Durran. Recollect reflects upon the historical context of collection and displaying objects. This year, focusing on curiosity cabinets each venue becomes a wonder room, each cabinet a memory theatre and each object is a loaded, powerful, personal trophy. You can find more information about the shows on their website.
2 years have passed since we lost marvellous Mr Snowley. This is some wrapping paper that he made for me. Happy Birthday Dear Rik xx
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