Paul Ritchie - Mission Statement

I am a biologist seeking to use art and design to connect people with the natural world. I want to share visual messages about our natural and cultural heritage so that we retain a ‘sense of place’ for our unique local landscapes. I developed my skills as an artist and designer on a UAL Foundation Diploma and consolidated my creative practice using drawing, printing, collage, typography and mask-making. I found the artwork of Corita Kent and Henri Matisse inspiring and both artists left me feeling that less can be more.

 

I am an experienced storyteller with a message about how we are losing wildlife and our connection with nature. I share my lived experience and learning about trees and woodlands to encourage people and communities to learn about their local landscapes. I use my art and design to help deliver visual narratives that encourage audiences to engage with my storytelling and our cultural heritage. I want to help local communities ‘rewild’ and people to improve their wellbeing by experiencing art, nature and culture through motivating activities.

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