Teddy Lucine
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My response draws upon Epistle of James 1:23-24, describing the person who looks into a mirror and immediately forgets themselves, alongside the myth of Narcissus consumed by his own reflection. Together they explore perception, identity and the tension between outward image and the inner self."
The colours express shifting emotion - intensity, overwhelm, tenderness and fragmentation - acting almost as an emotional language beyond words. Layers of colour mirror the fluctuating experience of ADHD, chronic illness and motherhood: moments of vibrancy and clarity interrupted by fatigue, distraction or internal chaos.
In responding to Emma's work, I became interested in how colour can hold both beauty and discomfort simultaneously. Rich, reflective surfaces reference the allure of aesthetic image and the myth of Narcissus, whilst more muted or fractured areas suggest the hidden inner self explored in the Book of James - the person beyond appearance, looking deeper than the surface reflection.
The work seeks balance between the external and internal self, asking what remains when identity is stripped back from expectation or performance. Rather than presenting a fixed portrait, the piece becomes an emotional reflection of womanhood, neurodivergence, chronic health and resilient, imperfect, layered and deeply human.
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Teddy is a Yorkshire born Anglo-Burmese artist and poet who believes art should be inclusive and accessible to all.
Her jewel-toned abstract compositions go beyond the visual - incorporating texture, scent, large print handouts and spoken word so that everyone, regardless of ability, can fully engage with her work.
Her art places the feminine experience at its core, drawing inspiration from history, literature and storytelling to spark imagination and emotional connection.
With a background in medicine, theatre and education she blends scientific curiosity with theatrical vibrancy, creating thought-provoking pieces that invite interaction and conversation.
By breaking traditional barriers, Teddy makes art a multi-storey immersion experience, ensuring creativity remains a universal language - one that encourages all to explore, interpret and connect in their own unique way.
