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Elaine Kelly - Painter / Photographer / Commuity Artist (Watford)

Contact

Phone: 07737 233493
email: elainekelly@ntlworld.com

Web pages: www.elainekelly.com

Artists Statement:
I was born in Bristol and grew up in Wales. I now live in Watford and currently work for an organisation called Turning Point Short Breaks for Carers. I support people with enduring mental health problems. I also have an interest and belief in the benefits of art therapy and use my own experiences - practical and personal to influence each canvas. I am an artist trained to degree level and have undertaken commissions for private buyers, public and commercial sector organisations. I am currently seeking a role, which will combine my creative activities with my commitment to working with people from different social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I paint and exhibit my work within my local area and have also featured in the local newspaper.

Qualifications:
BA Fine Art Degree; Foundation Art Therapy; Tate Modern Professional Development.

Exhibitions:
* Open Studio's in Conjuction with HVAF, September 2006;
* Old Town Hsll, Hemel Hempstead, April 2006;
* Harrow Arts Centre, January 2006;
* Cha Cha Cha Cafe, April 2004.

Commissions:
Mural in a home that gives respite to Children that have Autism (Jungle Theme;
Private painting of a horse with landscape;
Mural in family home bathroom.