'involuntary leakage'
years spent in education teach you how to master a very specific expression—pleasant, attentive, and carefully neutral. it’s designed to hide the passing thoughts: really? oh, fascinating. do go on.
throughout it all, my face remains politely framed, benevolent to the situation. somewhere along the way, that expression escaped the classroom and settled into daily life, where it continues to perform flawlessly—calm, agreeable, and quietly saying nothing at all.
 
answers on a postcard extends and develops ideas from the mad as a box of frogs series. the work addresses the familiar dilemma between producing originals and limited editions — a question that often invites conflicting responses. in this instance, the decision is intentionally rooted in the original.
the series reflects a longstanding interest in language, idiomatic phrases and humour, bringing these elements together through painted text. the selected phrases are chosen for their wit and lightness, inviting a moment of quiet amusement for the viewer.
each piece is hand-painted on canvas, paper or board. the works are completed using a model maker’s magnifying lamp and a fine 5/0 brush, allowing for precision and close attention to detail - oh dear, my poor eyesight!
and i hope they give the viewer a giggle too.