Abi Joy Samuel, born in 1993 and based in London, is an expressionist figurative artist working mainly in charcoal, pastel, acrylic and oils. Her creative process is a deliberate orchestration of multiple layers, imparting a profound sense of 'time passing’. This practice immerses her in the exploration of spiritual concepts encompassing attachment, detachment, and the enigmatic world of quantum physics, all while actively engaging with the ephemeral essence of life through the quality of her lines.
These expressions find their voice through her artistry, predominantly in the form of drawing and painting self-portraits, often sourced from personal film footage. Her unique approach of occasionally working by rewinding the film footage breathes life and motion into her works, amplifying the sensation of time's inexorable flow.
