Jayne Stokes

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Artist's Statement

Jayne Stokes produces work that focuses on everyday experiences and explores aspects of the environment in which we live. Her most recent work has been exploring the boundaries between fact and fiction, creating stories, imaginary documentation and objects.

Using the processes of display, archive and interpretation, she aims to pose questions about the relationship between the objects she creates and discovers and the spaces in which they are encountered.

Jayne uses a wide range of materials in her work; some materials are found and collected from the surrounding environment in which she is working. She often exhibits her work in unconventional spaces including; train stations, caravans and disused buildings. These spaces often have a history to them, which can inspire ideas and influence the work.

Biography

Jayne Stokes was born in Shropshire in 1973. In 1996 she completed a BA (hons) in drawing and painting at Edinburgh College of Art. In 1998 she then went on to study at Winchester School of Art in Barcelona graduating with an MA in fine art. Since graduation she has been working as a professional artist and lecturer in art and design.

Jayne specialises in working in sculpture and installation and has exhibited in a wide range of places both in this country and abroad. As well as working in installation and sculpture, Jayne also produces paintings and drawings.

In 1999 she was selected by artists Susan Hiller and Keith Tyson to exhibit in New Contemporaries. In 1997 she completed a residency at The Grizedale Forest in the Lake District and has also produced commissions for a variety of organisations including London Arts. She currently lives and works in Crystal Palace.

Contact Details

Jayne Stokes
E: jaynestokesuk@yahoo.co.uk