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Hill of Hurdles

WOODS, Clare

Hill of Hurdles
Image: © Clare Woods/Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
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This work is inspired by the landscape around the waterfall Water-Break-its-Neck, close to the border between Wales and England. Clare Woods often focuses on the overlooked elements of the landscape – from stagnant pools to thick undergrowth. Locations are photographed at night and collaged to create the painting’s final composition. The high gloss finish contributes to Woods’ description of her work as ‘supernaturally charged’.

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Details


Collection

Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales

Item Number

NMW A 29670

Creation/Production

WOODS, Clare
Date: 2010

Acquisition

Purchase - ass. of DWT & CAS, 20/12/2010
Purchased with support from The Derek Williams Trust and The Contemporary Art Society

Techniques

Oil and enamel on aluminium

Material

Oil
Enamel

Location

on display

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  • Abstract
  • Active In The 21St Century
  • Art And Design Movements
  • Colour
  • Fine Art
  • Identity
  • Key Design Elements
  • Landscape
  • Landscape Features
  • Painting
  • Woman Artist
  • Woods, Clare

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