Filmed at Positive Light Projects in Exeter on 23rd March 2023, this special talk brings together artist Adam Garratt and artist and curator of Studio KIND. Laura Porter. Sharing more behind their creative practice and processes, the pair discuss their work in the context of Adam's new exhibition 'Embodied Labour' which is on at Studio KIND. in Braunton, North Devon from 22nd April - 13 May 2023.

About Adam Garratt

Adam Garratt's practice has evolved around constraints of space, the use of material and repetitious making processes. Much of the work is made on reclaimed materials and is specifically made to expand into an installation when it is not neatly folded, stacked and rolled for storage in the garden shed. Conscious not to make extra waste, Adam chooses carefully which materials to make work with. They come with their own history of use and bare the marks of an embodied labour, often with holes, creases, tears, dirt and staines.

About 'Embodied Labour'

‘Embodied Labour’ features Adam’s recent work using Hi-Vis workwear and domestic processes such as sewing, folding and textile alterations. The work is dictated by what is found or donated and embraces the material forms, allowing its own narrative to inform the work. Much of Adam’s work starts with play and curiosity: What does it look like folded or piled? How well does the surface hold a printed image? Where is this material normally used? Can this be draped, cinched or tailored?’ These investigative processes culminate in bursts of intense activity that ultimately come together in the space.

About Laura Porter

Laura Porter is the founding director and curator of Studio KIND. CIC artist-led space in Braunton, North Devon. Having set-up the gallery in 2020 alongside co-director, Richard Gregory, Laura has championed art from the South West whilst bringing culturally significant work to their village location from across the UK more widely. Running a diverse programme including collaborations with Plymouth’s KARST gallery, working with local schools, and more recently working with Arts & Culture Exeter to bring Adam Garratt’s exhibition to Studio KIND., Laura has been juggling the gallery with her own practice as a textiles, sculpture and installation artist.

About Studio KIND.

Studio KIND. is a not-for-profit artist-led gallery and project space in Braunton, North Devon. Founded as a community interest company in 2020 by Laura Porter and Richard Gregory, Studio KIND. presents the work of both local and national, early-career and established artists through an ambitious and diverse programme of exhibitions and events, curated to excite imaginations, challenge perceptions and create connections.

About Positive Light Projects

Positive Light Projects is a not-for-profit organisation using the visual arts to engage and inspire a diverse range of audiences and communities as well as developing emerging practitioners and aiding them move their practise forward in exciting and innovative ways. We have a focus on and strong belief in community based, socially engaged creative practise.