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Amelia’s Magazine | Pick Me Up 2016: A Round Up of My Favourite Finds

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Pick Me Up 2016 took place earlier this year, and although I shared my best picks of the show on instagram I never got around to posting anything on Amelia’s Magazine. So here, a mere half year down the line, are my favourite finds. Enjoy!

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Marie Jacotey is a French artist exploring what it means to be a girl.

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George Douglas works in a pop art collage style. He is based in Scotland.

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I love the folk art influenced pictures depicting jaunty “sapeurs” by Brighton based Camilla Perkins.

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Beautiful, simple, evocative ink paintings by Alice Bowsher.

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Fantastical bright new work by Jack Sachs takes a look at our anatomy.

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I really loved detailed paintings by Aart-Jan Venema, who lives in The Hague, Netherlands.

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Lenticular madness from Julian Glander, eye popping colours and surreal arrangements.

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Please excuse the glare on this fab painting of pottery by Charlotte Mei (always a favourite).

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Isabel & Helen is a creative partnership specialising in set design and interactive installations.

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Eliza Tulip created this image for Anorak Magazine, always a great place to check out illustration talent.

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A beautiful stand from Peso Press.

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Mr Penfold for Grey Jam Press.

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Cuckoo’s Nest was a collaborative exhibition between Beach London and The Museum of British Folklore, featuring specially created work by a number of well known artists alongside pieces from the museum’s collections. Above is a Mr Punch cutout doll by Liam Barrett.

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I love this vintage fireworks poster.

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This piece by Alec Doherty was inspired by the tradition of Haxey Hood.

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Longsword dancing by Gaurab Thakali.

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More Longsword Dancing by Rob Flowers.

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Love the detail in this piece by Studio Muti, a creative studio in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Artist beer mat designs.

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The artist known as Megamunden is based in Brighton – creating tattoo inspired artworks such as this. He is perhaps best known for his awesome tattoo inspired colouring book.

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Lovely ceramics from the Clay Collective, who share a studio space in Hackney Downs Studios, East London. I love the direction Joe Rogers (who formerly created illustrations for Amelia’s Magazine) has taken with his stunning ceramics under the name Colourbox.

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These are by Clay Collective founding member Sophie Alda.

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This is one of a series of conceptual children’s books by Emily Rand, published by Hato Press.

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Lovely work by Jack Taylor. Two by Four is an artist book featuring a colourful house construction, also published by Hato Press.

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Yes! hand painted sign by Daisy Emerson at Best.

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Palm trees by print and graphic designer Felicity Marshall.

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Fantastic work by Claire Powell, whose work features in my colouring book, Amelia’s Colourful Colouring Companion. Love her anthropomorphised animals including cherries having a hug

All of these images first appeared on my instagram feed @ameliagregory – make sure you follow me there or on twitter to see my art finds first! (and in a slightly more timely manner…)

Written by Amelia Gregory on Wednesday November 9th, 2016 11:26 am

Categories ,Alec Doherty, ,Alice Bowsher, ,Amelia’s Colourful Colouring Companion, ,Anorak Magazine, ,Beach London, ,Best, ,Camilla Perkins, ,Charlotte Mei, ,Claire Powell, ,Clay Collective, ,Colourbox, ,Cuckoo’s Nest, ,Daisy Emerson, ,Eliza Tulip, ,Emily Rand, ,Felicity Marshall, ,Gaurab Thakali, ,George Douglas, ,Grey Jam Press, ,Hackney Downs Studios, ,Hato Press, ,Haxey Hood, ,Isabel & Helen, ,Jack Sachs, ,Jack Taylor, ,Joe Rogers, ,Julian Glander, ,Liam Barrett, ,Marie Jacotey, ,Megamunden, ,Mr Penfold, ,Peso Press, ,Pick Me Up 2016, ,Pick Me Up London, ,review, ,Rob Flowers, ,Somerset House, ,Sophie Alda, ,Studio Muti, ,The Museum of British Folklore, ,Two by Four, ,Under the Sea

Amelia’s Magazine | Pick Me Up Contemporary Graphic Art Fair 2012: Pick Me Up Selects Review

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Pick Me Up Selects – Zim & Zou.

There is one major problem with a trip to Pick Me Up contemporary graphic art fair: the vast choice of amazing artwork. Where then does one start when writing a review, or making a purchase for the wall? From what I hear most people come away with far more than they planned to, so make sure you set yourself a realistic budget before you go in. You have been warned…

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Pick Me Up Selects – Zeloot.

The ground floor entrance is this year devoted to Pick Me Up Selects, the work of up and coming artists who have been chosen by a group of industry insiders, including Camilla Parsons of Outline Editions, John O’Reilly of Varoom Magazine and Angharad Lewis of Grafik Magazine. I was delighted by this year’s selection, which seemed more diverse and truly representative of little known artists than has been true in previous years. Here’s my highlights: some new discoveries as well as old favourites!

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First up are some stunning neon and metallic papercut artworks by a duo: Zim & Zou, who are Lucie Thomas of the UK and Thibault Zimmerman, now working together in Nancy, France.

It was great to see work that has a distinct if not overt fashion illustration flavour: Riikka Sormunen‘s background in fashion design is evident in her intricate narrative pictures of elegantly dressed women.

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Similarly Nikki Pilkington combines fine pencil drawn figures with colourful collaged details.

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Opposite this are pictures by Tim McDonagh, a graduate of the University of Westminster whom I raved about when I discovered him at his graduate show in 2010. I am not sure how his mind works but as this detail shows it must be a complicated place.

Next up, another familiar face. The New York based illustrator Yoko Furusho features in my first book Amelia’s Anthology of Illustration, and her beautiful work is looking as uniquely fantastic as ever.

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Sarah Maycock is another artist who I spotted at the Kingston University graduate show last year: I even own my very own screenprinted version of her fox! #luckyme

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Matthew the Horse is the zany pseudonym of a graduate from Bath Spa University. He is inspired by language and feelings and his very yellow collection of images is based around jobs and identities. I especially like the hyacinth bulbs and a curious monkey.

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There is definitely a strain of 80s inspired illustration coming through at the moment – Finnish designer Sac Magique is one example…

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as is Swedish designer Martin Nicolausson, who veers ever more towards the surreal.

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I was also most taken with psychedelic work by Dutch designer Zeloot that has a distinct 60s flavour in both colour and content. She likes designing within the limitations of silk screenprinting.

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Kristjana S Williams is the creative director of Beyond the Valley so you may well already be familiar with her magical landscapes created out of collage and metallic elements.

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Australian illustrator Sarah Beeston studied at Falmouth College of Arts before settling in London, where she became preoccupied with politics and perversities of popular culture. She is creating live portraits at Pick Me Up every day!

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S for Shells by Yuko Michishita is a beautiful example of handdrawn typography, a swirl of intricate pen lines.

And then it’s on upstairs, where a host of collectives have been invited to display their wares in the long gallery space… find out who to catch in my next instalment…. in the meantime check out my listings for recommended workshops and talks.

Written by Amelia Gregory on Saturday March 24th, 2012 12:15 am

Categories ,2012, ,60s, ,80s, ,Amelia’s Anthology of Illustration, ,Angharad Lewis, ,Bath Spa University, ,Beyond the Valley, ,Camilla Parsons, ,Falmouth College of Arts, ,Fashion Illustration, ,Grafik magazine, ,illustration, ,John O’Reilly, ,Kingston University, ,Kristjana S Williams, ,Lucie Thomas, ,Martin Nicolausson, ,Matthew the Horse, ,Niki Pilkington, ,Outline Editions, ,Papercraft, ,Pick Me Up London, ,Pick Me Up Selects, ,review, ,Riikka Sormunen, ,Sac Magique, ,Sarah Beeston, ,Thibault Zimmerman, ,Tim McDonagh, ,Type, ,University of Westminster, ,Varoom Magazine, ,Yoko Furusho, ,Yuko Michishita, ,Zeloot, ,Zim & Zou

Amelia’s Magazine | Pick Me Up Contemporary Graphic Art Fair 2012: Review

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Following on from my review of the newcomers in Pick Me Up Selects section it’s time to take a look at the rest of the exhibitors at this year’s fair. It was seriously busy at the Pick Me Up private view, so I no doubt missed out on a huge chunk of talent in the market place, but what I did find was a fabulous preponderance of screenprints and risograph images: the popularity of these mediums shows no sign of abating, presumably as a counterpoint to these digitally obsessed times.

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People of Print was established in 2008 to sell the work of emerging artists across the globe. Their display stuck to a magenta and turquoise colour scheme that created an eye-catching effect.

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Ship of Fools caught my eye with their beautifully curated stand Trapped in Suburbia – check out that explosion – and it was nice to see a collective that isn’t based in the east end of London. Not that I’ve got anything against it mind, it’s where I live after all… but there is art being curated elsewhere in the universe too.

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I was pleased to see that output from Landfill Editions has grown greatly recently: their stand features a plethora of beautiful plates, glassware, ceramics and more, commissioned from artists and inspired by the work of Eduardo Paolozzi.

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Are Landfill responsible for the Florist stand? It’s adhoc primary coloured artworks are a joy to behold.

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Liv Bargman.

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Jack Teagle.

Puck Studio are showing artwork by creative talents working in the South West – which includes two of my fave artists: Liv Bargman (a contributor to my first book, Amelia’s Anthology of Illustration) and Jack Teagle.

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Upstairs the Peepshow Collective take the large central space to show a Pitt Rivers inspired Museum of Objects and Origins. It will be a changing display over the course of the exhibition as visitors add to the content.

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Esther McManus.

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Margaux Carpentier.

Print Club London‘s space was a hive of activity when I visited – not surprising since they have transplanted a fully functioning studio into Somerset House. My favourites on display are by Esther McManus and Margaux Carpentier, who will be on hand to demonstrate their print techniques during the fair.

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Bunny Blossom by Kozyndan.

Nelly Duff are based in Columbia Road, where they are known for selling an eclectic selection of paintings and prints from a diverse range of artists.

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I am so pleased that Soma Gallery is showing at Pick Me Up this year. Fiona has curated a carefully edited selection of work from her stable of regular artists: Peskimo, Gemma Correll, Andy Smith, Crispin Finn and Tom Frost. Look out especially for bargain prints by Peskimo and some great wall slogan artworks from Andy Smith. Loads of bargains to be had!

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Karolin Schnoor.

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Sister Arrow.

Many Hands is a new online shop that sells the work of a variety of artists, including Stone and Spear, Sister Arrow, Thereza Rowe (find her work in my first book!) and many others.

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Marcus Oakley for Nieves Books.

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Beach London have carved out quite a name for themselves in a very short space of time – and this year they join Pick Me Up for the first time with a shop space in prime position before the official exit. They have chosen to showcase the publications of five indie publishers known for their illustrative output, so you can take a peek at new work from Nobrow Press, Nieves Books, Lubok and more. They are also selling copies of both my books, featuring some names you will recognise from the exhibition: Yoko Furusho, Karolin Schnoor, Thereza Rowe and Liv Bargman. Make sure you take a peek when you go through! And check in with my listings to make sure you don’t miss one of the many workshops and talks that are taking place over the next week. Pick Me Up London is one event that graphic artists, illustrators and lovers of either or both should not miss!

Written by Amelia Gregory on Saturday March 24th, 2012 11:17 pm

Categories ,2012, ,Amelia’s Anthology of Illustration, ,Andy Smith, ,Beach London, ,Bunny Blossom, ,Collectives, ,Columbia Road, ,Crispin Finn, ,Eduardo Paolozzi, ,Esther McManus, ,Gemma Correll, ,Jack Teagle, ,Karolin Schnoor, ,Kozyndan, ,Landfill Editions, ,Liv Bargman, ,Lubok, ,Many Hands, ,Margaux Carpentier, ,Museum of Objects and Origins, ,Nelly Duff, ,Nieves Books, ,Nobrow Press, ,People of Print, ,Peskimo, ,Pick Me Up London, ,Pitt Rivers, ,Print Club London, ,Private view, ,Puck Studio, ,review, ,Risograph, ,Ship of Fools, ,Sister Arrow, ,Soma Gallery, ,Stone and Spear, ,Thereza Rowe, ,Tom Frost, ,Trapped in Suburbia, ,Yoko Furusho

Amelia’s Magazine | Pick Me Up London 2015 Review

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I’ve introduced you to the best new graphic artists as showcased by Pick Me Up Selects, now here’s my pick of the rest of the show, where collectives and print studios have the chance to show their wares. I don’t know if it was a conscious decision to focus on a fresh selection of talent this year, but it was great to discover new graphic art from collectives as far flung as Australia.

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These beautiful abstract 80s influenced risograph prints are by Gabriella Marcella for the Glasgow based Risotto Studio.

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Supergraph is Australia’s very own contemporary graphic art fair and this year they were in attendance at Pick Me Up London to showcase the best work from artists down under. It was great to discover such wonderful new talent on our own shores! Here are some of my favourite pieces. Above, marvellous nature inspired abstract work by Cassie Brock.

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Crazy cactus hanging plant pot by Julie Newton.

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Bloody Maria Maria Montes – the perfect hangover cure writ large.

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Horse and pebbles with personality. Ace work by Australian artist Pete Cromer.

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Sope Studio is comprised of four designers, working to support each other’s working process. I loved their take on the ubiquitous pineapple and the use of metallic inks, especially on some fab graphic tiles that visitors were able to print with themselves.

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Not Another Bill is an innovative service that allows users to subscribe to monthly curated boxes of beautifully made goodies.

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La Tigre is an Italian graphic design studio – for Pick Me Up they had put together La Tigre Habitat series, a beautiful collection of postmodern images featuring colourful graphic shapes.

Pick Me Up 2015 Niles Collective

Niles Collective showcased work on a haphazard wall that meant I did not get all the artist’s individual names, but I loved a great deal of it.

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I do so love a hydrangea!

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Happy house! From Elliot Kruszynski.

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Pocko develops and nurtures creative talent: here was their fabulous wall.

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I also liked this magical work by Andrew Holder.

Pick Me Up 2015 Studio Fludd Gelatology

The Italian based Studio Fludd is a multi-disciplinary designer collective operating since 2008. Gelatology was inspired by the many forms of ice cream, a truly delicious affair with a distinct 80s twist.

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Pick Me Up 2015 Paulo Berra Studio Fludd
Also on show were geology inspired works, such as this fold out book (bottom image) by Paulo Berra.

Pick Me Up 2015 Hato Press
It was too hot to stay long in the Hato Press room (I really felt for the collectives based in the upper Embankment galleries – why can’t Somerset House provide more relief from the stifling heat?!) But I liked this octopus.

Pick Me Up 2015 Lazy Oaf
The 80s have been bubbling under for a few years now, but the fun times of this decade were a major influence throughout this year’s Pick Me Up, particularly in the playful pastel themed set design of the Lazy Oaf room.

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I loved the rainbow filled fun room inspired by scratch art from Blink Art.

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Layzell Brothers: Rainbro.

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Marble Giant by Robert Hunter.

Pick Me Up 2015 moth collective
There were some delightful prints available to buy for a very reasonable price from the animation based Moth Collective.

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The Peckham Print Studio have set up a working studio in Somerset House, with plenty of live collaborations on the schedule. Lots of awesome artwork on the walls too, such as this 80s influenced abstract by Will Harvey.

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And the last one from this year’s Pick Me Up… by Marcello Velho.

All of these images were first shared on my instagram feed. Pick Me Up 2015 continues until 4th May at Somerset House, more details here. Read my other review of this year’s show here.

Written by Amelia Gregory on Friday May 1st, 2015 2:20 pm

Categories ,2015, ,80s, ,Andrew Holder, ,Blink Art, ,Cassie Brock, ,Elliot Kruszynski, ,Gabriella Marcella, ,Gelatology, ,Graphic Art, ,Hato Press, ,illustration, ,Julie Newton, ,La Tigre, ,La Tigre Habitat, ,Layzell Brothers, ,Lazy Oaf, ,Marcello Velho, ,Maria Montes, ,Moth Collective, ,Niles Collective, ,Not Another Bill, ,Paulo Berra, ,Peckham Print Studio, ,Pete Cromer, ,Pick Me Up London, ,Pocko, ,postmodern, ,review, ,Risotto Studio, ,Robert Hunter, ,Somerset House, ,Sope Studio, ,Studio Fludd, ,Supergraph, ,Will Harvey

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