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COLOUR OF LIFE 2024 exhibition invites you to explore the ever-changing spectrum of existence, where the tumultuous chaos of life gracefully evolves into the serenity of clarity and the ultimate calmness that resides within us all. Moreover, art has the unique power to heal, and this exhibition showcases works that radiate healing energies, offering solace and inspiration to all who experience them. Inspired by a moral upbringing, Ipossess an ethical consciousness along with a fascination for the question HowdoHumansBehave? Through the medium of sculpture and drawing I explore the tenuous relationship between man, his society, religion, law, and kinship. Isolation and miscommunication resulting in disconcerted connections are most attractive. There is a need for me to express this in ways that become both, voyeuristic and participatory. Domestic tableaux echo nostalgia for congruity. Specific body language and positioning combined with an absence of facial expression and skin tone raise questions about scenario and relationship. The ordinary becomes the extraordinary when scale is reassessed. A straightforward scene of exasperation becomes freeze framed from a sequence of events, allowing the viewer to write his or her own screenplay.ICAS Vilas Art Gallery, Letchworth Garden City, UK arethrilled to introduce Teresa Wells MRSS, a distinguished British figurative sculptor whose mastery of the art form has captivated audiences worldwide. Her work is a testament to her profound understanding of human emotion and form, brought to life through the tactile medium of bronze. Teresa Wells' artistic journey is a deeply personal exploration of human emotions and experiences. And her passion for capturing the essence of the human spirit, her sculptures tell compelling stories that resonate on a profound level.1. REFLECTION REF: TWR1400/01 Medium: Bronze edition of 12 pcs Size: 61.5cm x 78cmx 90 cm with black base plinth 45 cm x 61.5cm x 31cm Weight: 75Kgs Reflectionsedition of 12 (2019)Teresa's inspiration for "Reflections" is an inspired series of works taking us back to the ancient Greek myth of Narcissus, a figure captivated by his own reflection. In her interpretation, she delves into the timeless theme of introspection, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty and complexity of self-reflection. The choice of green patina and rusticbase accentuates the narrative, drawing parallels between the allure of one's reflection and the tranquillity of nature.2. WISHES AWAKENED 2021 REF: TWWA1400/02Medium: Bronze edition of 12 pcs Size: 60 cm x 37cmx 44cm with black base plinth 45 cm x 61.5cm x 31cm Weight: 37.3Kgs Wishes Awakened edition of 12 : In "Wishes Awakened," Teresa captures the universal desire for hope and aspiration. The sculpture radiates a sense of optimism and dreams, symbolizing the boundless potential within each of us. The green, bronzepatina signifies growth and renewal, inviting viewers to embrace thepossibilities that lie ahead.3. ATLAS ASCENDANT2019 REF: TWWA1400/03Medium: Bronze edition of 9pcs Size: 100 cm x 45cmx 100cm with steelbase plinth Weight: 100 Kgs Atlas Ascendant edition of 9 :"Atlas Ascendant" is a powerful statement on the burdens we carry in our lives. The inspiration for this sculpture is drawn from the mythological tale of Atlas, who bore the weight of the heavens. Teresa masterfully encapsulates the weight of human responsibilities and the strength it takes to endure. The bronzecircular frame and steel plinth symbolize the support structures we rely on in our journey through life.Next >