Regeneration invites art enthusiasts and the community to witness the captivating stories of four so different local female artists who embarked on transformative journeys to rediscover their passion for art.

Each artist's tale unveils a unique personal and artistic growth narrative, underscoring the profound impact of self-discovery and resilience. This exhibition features the works of Louise Abel, Nadia Ryzhakova, Sarah Granville, and Jacqueline Hammond.

Sarah Granville

Transitioning from representative to abstract art, Sarah's work is now a vibrant reflection of her emotions and moods. Incorporating collage and pattern, she builds history into each piece. “I've found liberation in abstract art, allowing me to truly express myself without boundaries,” Sarah reveals.

Jacqueline Hammond

Formerly in retail, a furlough period during 2020 allowed Jacqueline to discover her passion for oil painting. Now retired, she captures the extraordinary within the ordinary world through the play of light, colour, and pattern. “My life has taken a very different direction through my art, and I am sharing my exciting new perspective,” explains Jacqueline.

Nadia Ryzhakova

After twelve years of fine art education, Nadia decided she no longer wanted to be an artist. However, the birth of her daughter rekindled her passion for painting. Balancing motherhood and art, brush in one hand and her baby daughter in the other, she began to paint again. Nadia shares, “Motherhood reconnected me with my artistic spirit, restoring my childhood perspective of the world.”

Louise Abel

After chronic health issues forced her to change her life, Louise moved to a tiny cabin in the Wye Valley to recover and fulfil her dream of being an artist. “Having sensory processing difficulties and frequent sensory overload, I find comfort in the tiny remote houses often seen in my work and benefit from the therapeutic nature of simplicity and repetition”.