Exhibition
Tapping into the creative potential of the human imagination, artists have long sought inspiration from the fertile wellspring of dreams, mystical or spiritual visions, and the suggestive realm of the subconscious. Throughout the history of art, the notion of artistic ‘genius’ has likewise frequently been used to describe those who are compelled by a seemingly higher calling to produce a remarkable, and often prolific, outpouring of work.
Foregrounding the artistic practice of Gladwyn “Miss Lassie” Bush, this exhibition invites artists to offer creative responses to the enduring legacy of one of Cayman’s cultural icons. Renowned for her intuitive process and inimitable style, Miss Lassie’s prolific body of work spans over a hundred and forty paintings on canvas, glass, and board, as well as the expressive ‘markings’ summoned from her ‘Mind’s Eye’, which now adorn the walls, doors, and shutters of her wattle and daub cottage in South Sound.
In paying tribute to Miss Lassie, artists are encouraged to consider the spiritual and intuitive nature of her work in equal measure to the literal ‘markings’ and iconic symbolism that is prevalent throughout her art and notably preserved at the Mind’s Eye Cultural Centre. Exploring the origins and inner workings of artistic creativity, Intuitive Spirit consequently seeks to highlight the work of artists who are similarly inspired to create ‘from within’, providing a platform for the wider exploration of creativity in all its myriad forms.