In The Garden With You

RHODES is delighted to present 'In The Garden With You', by British artist Camilla Perkins. Inspired by the lush landscapes of British gardens, Perkins' new body of work captures the vibrant interplay of colour and form. Employing a blend of abstract and figurative elements, she focuses on the rich biodiversity found in green spaces, elevating the everyday of the British countryside and gardens into something spectacular.

Perkins uses vibrant oil pastels and paint to craft a surreal colour palette that defines her pieces. Her technique incorporates bold, dynamic brushwork with thick, visible strokes, creating textured dreamscapes and still-lives. Her large-scale oil paintings are filled with patterns that seem to invite viewers to step right into lush, lively garden scenes.

'In The Garden With You' is sentimental and delicate, transporting viewers into Perkins’ world of intricate patterns and textures. Her works delve into the intricate bonds between women and their families, delicately exploring the profound connections between mothers and daughters, sisters and lovers, against her ethereal backdrops. She explores the profound impact of colour on memory, crafting dream-like landscapes that recall summer getaways and verdant gardens. This exhibition not only showcases Perkins’ evolution as an artist but also underscores the importance of these cultivated spaces for biodiversity and human connection.