Jacqueline Duncan’s artwork “Volcanic” has been chosen for the Guildford House Open 2024, hosted by Guildford House Gallery. From numerous submissions, 100 pieces were selected for this prestigious exhibition.
About “Volcanic”
In “Volcanic,” Jacqueline Duncan employs cut and folded paper openings to evoke the sensation of latent heat ready to erupt, allowing lava and gases to escape.
The underside of these folds is painted fluorescent orange, reflecting back to suggest extreme heat. Accompanying the theme, the intense black painting and drawing represent volcanic rock, enhancing the artwork’s exploration of volcanic phenomena.
About Guildford House Open
This is the second Guildford House Open for all UK-based artists, submitting both 2D and 3D artworks, spanning a diverse range of mediums.
The judging panel of judges includes: Faye Bridgwater, award-winning artist, Elspeth Moncrieff, Gallerist, Curtis Holder, artist and inaugural Guildford House open winner, and Lynn Szygenda, Exhibitions and Audience Development Manager at Guildford Borough Council.
The Guildford House Open brings together an eclectic selection of artists working at the forefront of current contemporary practice, across all mediums and creative disciplines. Installed within the gallery’s 17th century Grade 1 Listed townhouse, the exhibition presents artworks including painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, moving image, textile, print, and mixed media. Viewers will discover works across a range of subjects and styles, including sweeping landscapes, contemplative portraits, cityscapes and street scenes, tender interiors, and abstract forms.
The winning artist announced in December 2024 will receive a prestigious prize of £1,000 and a solo exhibition at Guildford House Gallery, an exceptional opportunity aimed at supporting artists through recognition and exposure towards their practice.
About Jacqueline Duncan
A Devon-based artist born in 1967 who has worked in Milan, São Paulo, and New York. Her work, known for its intricate detail and dynamic use of light, has been exhibited at the Royal Academy of Arts and the London Art Biennale.
Exhibition Details
The exhibition will run from November 23, 2024, to March 1, 2025, at Guildford House Gallery, GU1 3AJ. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM – 4:30 PM.
Further information
[Guildford House Open 2024]