Main Pro-tag-on-ist, Slugtown, Newcastle upon Tyne
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye There’s a playful delight to this group exhibition at Slugtown. A joy of making. Tactility. Mark-making. Perfection vs imperfection.
Weaved Paper Sculpture
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye Dick Hall, friend and artist kindly gave me this sculpture the other day. It’s amazing how the weaving process has transformed the fragile strands of paper into an object with form and resilience. Love it!
Everyday Algorithms
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye As the light shines through the large windows in the NewBridge gallery space a heartwarming orange glow radiates making me feel bright and optimistic, warm inside. Is orange the colour of hope?
Newcastle United knitted postbox
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye After the success of Newcastle United’s mens team last weekend winning the Carabao Cup, the city really has turned black and white. The Fenwick’s window is now clad with black and white stripes, a giant mural now adorns the side of The Strawberry pub, and the […]
Me and My Dad Support Sheffield United
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye The past few seasons have demonstrated that life as a loyal Sheffield United fan is a rollercoaster ride. I cannot be accused of being a glory supporter! Last season in the Premiership was embarrassingly poor, which makes the good results we are currently producing even more […]
Helen Michelle Shaddock Anagrams
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye My Dad has recently been sorting through some of my grandparents paperwork and he came across these notes that my Grandad had made – trying to work out anagrams in my name!
Coral and turquoise colour combination
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye What a lush pairing! The zingyness of the coral against the turquoise makes it pop! Couldn’t help but ask the person whether I could take a photo of their clothes
Tigist’s basket
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye I took part in a traditional Ethiopian Gena (a celebration of Christmas in Ethiopia) involving a meal, a coffee ceremony and an introduction to Ethiopian language. Tigist had made a selection of amazing food, some of which was served in this wonderful container.
Bed socks
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye During my stint in hospital a friend gave me my first pair of bed socks. What a treat for my feet they are! Recovery can be uncomfortable, painful and depressing, but if my feet are cosy in my bed socks, recovery is made a little more […]
Bedding
On My Radar Images that have caught my eye Resting has always been a challenge for me, but throughout my recovery I have had to adapt to spending more time in my bed. Even I appreciate the joys of fresh bedding!