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Interconnectivity
through Art...

About

Hi I'm GeGe,

The concept of ‘interconnectivity’ is the main driver behind my art.

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A few years ago I came across a quote by Rumi “Do not feel lonely, the entire universe is inside you”. It was exactly what I needed to hear in that moment.

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In our challenging modern lives, it’s easy to get consumed in the daily grind and lose perspective of the bigger picture. With increasing isolation and mental discord in our society, it is important to remember our interconnection to one another, nature and the universe. 

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Through my art, I endeavour to reach others by reinforcing our sense of belonging and appreciating our collective 'human' existence.

 

Please scroll down to read a bit more about me and what has inspired my latest series of expressionist portraits.

 

If you have any question please don't hesitate to contact me. 

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GeGe Hirst Sml

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New Series Statement

Exhibitions

In this series, I fuse portraiture with abstract expressionism, merging recognisable facial features with bold brushstrokes and vibrant colours. I employ techniques such as dripping, splattering, and gestural mark-making to infuse each portrait with energy and spontaneity, softening the boundary between representation and abstraction.

Underlying this work is my belief that humans are more than the sum of their parts—a depth that goes beyond the visible and definable. In an age increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, I find this realisation especially significant. Through these portraits, I aim to capture the complex nuances of human experience, conveying a sense of both familiarity and intrigue that hints at something beyond mere appearance.

I hope to evoke in viewers a sense of connection to the subject while also introducing an element of ambiguity, inviting a personal interpretation of each piece. By blending the identifiable with the abstract, I seek to offer viewers a unique, subjective encounter that reflects the richness and irreplaceable nature of human identity.

 

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​Exhibition History

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2024 - Natasha Pearl Gallery (solo),  'Emergence'

​2024 - Roy's Art Fair       (OXO Tower Warf)

Cancelled by venue due to unforeseen

Circumstances

​2024 - The Pie Factory   'Evolution' (Margate Old Town)

​Featured on:

 

​Unknown Kent and Sussex: 

https://unknownkentandsussex.co.uk/four-artists-in-one-exhibition-pie-factory-margate-diarise-this-for-june/

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2024 - The Citadel  'Deja Vu'  (The Citadel, Dover)

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2024 - UTR EVENTS   'Spring Exhibition'  (Bluewater Shopping Centre)

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2024 - Brick Lane Gallery (group)  'Calm in Chaos'

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2024 - Creek Creatives (group),   'Winter Exhibition'

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2023 - Bourne Gallery (solo),  'Cosmic Wave' Series

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2022 - Ash Art Exhibition 'Whispers in the Wind' Series       

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Bio

Having practised as an architect for two decades, my sense of purpose had never wavered. However, over the past few years, I started to feel a subtle shift, a pull towards a different path. I had been painting as a pastime, in a solely representational style for the past decade, yet, it always felt too confining to contain the world of emotions and memories within me.

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In 2022, I took a leap of faith by exhibiting and selling my first-ever abstract series - Whispers in the Wind; a defining moment that inspired me to make the life-altering choice to dive headlong into my newfound passion.

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In the spring of 2023, I embarked on an extraordinary journey to embrace a full-time career as an artist. Exhibiting my first series 'Cosmic Wave' (my first solo exhibition Oct '23). My current series 'Emergence' debuted at an exhibition at The Pie Factory Gallery, Margate, in late June this year.

 

Education

I am a registered architect in the UK. I studied at  Glasgow School of Art, (Charles Rennie Mackintosh School of Architecture). 

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