Fiona Pienkowska grew up in Coventry and studied on a foundation course at The Lanchester Polytechnic (before it was Coventry University).
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From her Coventry roots, she went on to study fine art painting in North Staffordshire and then in 1992 did an MA at Central Saint Martins.
She is now based in South London and works in a converted studio, producing illustrations and commissions on a printing press and computer.
Online gallery
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A tale of love
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Fiona described her discovery of print as being almost like a romance. She said: “After trying my hand at various printmaking processes… I decided I was in love with line and began to work using mainly intaglio methods, principally etching.
“I chose the 'drypoint' method, which I find very immediate and satisfying. This method also allows me to 'hand colour' my prints, which I enjoy.”
Urban fascination
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FionaÂ’s illustrations show characters and events that start a story for the viewer.
It is irresistible to imagine the conversations and thoughts behind the events in her pictures.
Inspired by many artists like Hogarth and Edward Burra, she admits she is a city girl at heart.
She said: “I am fascinated by the city… I attempt to recreate scenes from everyday based on observations of people I see around me.
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“In my way I feel l am documenting institutions such as the local cafe, pub and 'pie and mash shop', recording the fabric of ordinary life which is forever changing and renewing itself.”
More information
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