Marie Linsdell

Marie was awarded a BA (Hons) in Fine Art Printmaking from the University of Brighton, before studying for an MA in Print at the RCA.

Her work often reflects her interest in the philosophical and spiritual and is inspired through her Buddhist understanding.

Responding to the ethos of the Arte Povera group (in particular, Guiseppe Penone), she bridges the analogue with the digital with the use of ‘poor’ materials, particularly through the tangible qualities and substance of trees, which are a recurring theme in her work. Materiality and process are fused and layered in range of multi-media approaches, including photography, experimental printmaking, collage, installations and book art.

Marie’s work has been exhibited and published throughout the UK.

Sometimes it is difficult to step back from the conditioned existence of our day-to-day life, with its materialism and consumer-led society. My perception of who and what I am, and my place in the universe, is driven by a Buddhist perspective, and I endeavour to create work that holds the essence of this understanding.

My creative practice often begins with photography, capturing a personal perspective and relationship with the natural world – exploring within it the infinite variety and constant state of flux. 

I utilise humble aspects of nature, particularly the components of trees, that often go unnoticed and unwanted. Through the intimate process of repurposing, and the tactile nature of making, I aspire to elevate these elements – creating work with visual harmony and balance, offering the viewer an alternative frame of reference.  

By bringing attention to seemingly insignificant or overlooked details, my work offers up the opportunity for a different quality of attention - to reconnect with the natural world with mindfulness, to contemplate, reflect and perhaps question what lies within.

‘What I saw when I began, was that the distinction between man and nature is false.  Man is part of nature; it is our desire to conserve distinctions that has kept us separate.’

Guiseppe Penone