Opens on Nov 29 until Dec 14, 2025

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Lisa McKimmie

 Leaden/Precious, 2025 

 

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 Oil and gesso on panel with silver point and lead, collaborative drawing, 40 x 50cm 

My work in drawing with metal point stems from an interesting in art history and the chemistry of art materials. The shift in the ways we use material chemicals, and metals in particular, influences the way I view my painting and drawing practice. Increasingly I am focused on what I can salvage through my art practice; from a material, philosophical, personal, psychological and ethical perspective.

Instagram | @lisamckimmie

Palimpset in Lead and Silver. Drawing tools are provided. Please avoid touching the lead. Gloves for use with the lead. Write slurs/names directed at your person with the lead. Write complimentary words with the silver point stylus. Over time the lead will fade as it oxidises in contact with air. The silver will darken. If you accidentally touch the lead please wash your hands.