Patricia Jamieson’s residency at Windows 204 began with an intensive period of work within the studio and culminated in the two large works displayed here. The simplicity of structure and apparent uniformity of bold capital typography belies the investigative process which brought this work to passers by and commuters in this busy section of Bristol’s Gloucester Road. The words are those of the artist, drawn from her extensive sketch books and note pads, the raw intensity of monochrome bisection is strikingly at odds with what is essentially a love poem and a typically concise but nonetheless romantic musing on reflection. In this day of texts and email the use of capitals has a meaning of it’s own and Pat’s work, as always, urges the viewer to sit up and take notice of the the things that surround us and perhaps a way of complimenting that which we sometimes take for granted.
Windows 204 is an art space run by Arts lecturer and Photographer Deborah Weinreb in Bristol's Gloucester Road. Similar to it's near neighbour Gallery 212 but more thoughtfully curated, Deborah's space offers artists and affordable way to present work to the public eye for a period of two weeks. This constantly changing display is seen by thousands each day as the Gloucester Road is a major artery for pedestrians, busses and traffic. For more information visit: http://windows204.tripod.com or email: windows204@mac.com
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