Genius Loci

I’ve been exploring ghosts this October through Genius loci - spirits of place. Specifically a magnificent garden, with the 17th Century poet Marvel:

‘ The Oak-Leaves me embroyder all,

Between which Caterpillars crawl:

And Ivy, with familiar trails,

Me licks, and clasps, and curles, and hales.

Under this antick Cope I move

Like some great Prelate of the Grove‘

‘Upon Appleton House’ is an exploration of the house, grounds and history of a place in relation to his patron at a time of considerable political instability. For me it’s the garden that comes alive in many forms and with a spirit of its own. Flamework #glass pendant, cabochon and ring - with a nod to the portraits of 17th century miniaturist Nicholas Hilliard.