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Welcome to my blog - ruminations on what influences me as a visual artist


Mythology, Intersectional Feminism, and Post punk modernism - what more could you ask for!
I grew up in Northern Ireland, and I moved to Scotland in 2004 where I now live and practice as a visual artist. Living in Northern...
Siusan Patterson
Feb 1, 20234 min read
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Gatekeepers of art , feminism and gender politics and the impact on women’s rights
Considering the impact of Gatekeeping on Feminism, Women's Right and how this is reflected in my art.
Siusan Patterson
Apr 5, 20226 min read
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The Uncanny and Queerness in Art, and why Dexter Dalwood's ears must be burning every day!
How familiar are you with the term Uncanny? What does it say to you? The Uncanny was defined by Siegmund Freud in 1916 as that which is...
Siusan Patterson
Jul 16, 20214 min read
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Ramifications of having a resting bitch face that would curdle milk!
I saw a boy with amazing DM boots, and his mother chastised me for staring - the ramifications of having a severe resting bitch face !
Siusan Patterson
May 20, 20213 min read
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Second Face! Masks and Judgement
Masks are not just for protection. They can also be used to disguise, hide, amuse or even frighten others, and used to make a statement.
Siusan Patterson
Apr 30, 20213 min read
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My mum and the supposedly booby trapped motorbike!
I read an Instagram post recently where there was a discussion by two artists talking about their mums and what amazing people they are....
Siusan Patterson
Apr 12, 20214 min read
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The Grievability of Lives and Why it Matters
Itouch on these themes in my own work.I like to portray older women in a positive light. Positive, strong, colourful, bold and full of life!
Siusan Patterson
Mar 22, 20213 min read
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How the Bin Collectors changed my life!
Hi . Welcome to my first blog! You may already know me but you probably don't know my story of how I became an artist. When I was 18, I...
Siusan Patterson
Mar 3, 20214 min read
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