I am a painter and a maker of wooden constructions. Influenced by poetry and the patterns of weather, geology and archaeology in the Scottish landscape I often paint and draw outdoors. My assemblages using wood and found objects are made in the studio.

I have sailed to St Kilda and explored the remoter areas of Scotland. These wilder places have impacted and influenced my work. The paradoxical emotions of high elation and extreme fear when in remote landscapes feeds into my creative exploration and process. I often use maps, charts and  calibrated measurements as well as referencing the past culture and history.

An underlying theme runs through much of my art work where disparate elements of colour, text and structure are aligned precisely together to give a satisfying resonance and cohesion. A response which reflects the need in my life to make positive connections.

These connections can be focused and specific and some pieces are fleeting glimpses between impulse and memory.

“We shall not cease from exploration and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time.” T.S. Elliot

http://www.lucillasim.com

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Arts In Scotland TV Interview: https://vimeo.com/90311689