Polly Merredew

Artist

I am an Abstract Geometric Artist, creating vivid, kaleidoscopic paintings that explore the visual impact and language of colour.

I am based in Coventry, UK and balance my art practice alongside raising my 3 lively children.

I graduated with a BA(Hons) in Fine Art in 2003 from Birmingham School of Art, UK. My degree show paintings were a complete sell out, with several pieces being purchased by Debenhams for their flag ship store in the New Bull Ring development in Birmingham. Following my success on graduating, I worked as a studio artist for the Art Lounge, formally at the Mailbox, Birmingham. I took part in many exhibitions and festivals, including Birmingham Arts Fest and curated two of my own solo shows alongside selling my work.

An enforced career break (having children and becoming a single mother) gave me time to re-evaluate where I want to be, and I am more determined and passionate than ever about being an artist. Taking on my studio space in Coventry has given me a whole new perspective and focus. Having a space dedicated solely to my practice is allowing me to expand my ideas and experiment with larger scale works.

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I use colour and geometry to create vivid paintings that evoke emotions and spark curiosity. From bold primaries to subtle pastels and everything in between, colour is used to convey mood, atmosphere and meaning. The geometric imposes an order and regularity that I disrupt to create harmony and discord.

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