The Studio (Helen Herbert)
The Studio (Helen Herbert).
23 Holt Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8NB.
Tel: 01263 821333.
A visit to Helen Herbert’s Studio in Sheringham presents a rare and precious opportunity to get ‘up close and personal’ with an inspiring Norfolk artist in their own creative environment.
Helen has enjoyed a rich and successful artistic career, studying for four years at the Cambridge School of Art before spending some 15 years as an illustrator for children’s books. In 1998, Helen gave up illustration to concentrate full-time on her painting, inspiration for which she finds from travelling to exotic destinations and also on her own North Norfolk doorstep.
Helen says that she is “an observer of people and places” and it is the relationship between individuals and their surroundings that interests her. Through her paintings, she attempts to capture the atmosphere, mood and connection between the sea, sky and people, often with heightened colour.
Truly an artist driven by love rather than commercial gain, Helen’s work shows distinctive themes as she develops and changes in the focus of her interest. Currently she says she is “intrigued by dark against light”.
A visit to Helen’s Studio is by far a richer and more interesting experience than simply seeing artwork in a gallery or exhibition. Helen is only too happy to chat about her work and you can see examples of her paintings at various stages of completeness – a luxury rarely afforded to the public. Naturally, the majority of Helen’s work is for sale, so if you are taken by a piece you can buy it for your own walls.
Helen’s paintings feature in many collections around the world and she exhibits in solo shows around Britain as well as in mixed shows in the UK and abroad.
As well as being on view at The Studio, Helen’s work is on display at Crayford and Abbs Garage in Bodham, Norfolk.
Open 10am-5pm (or later by appointment). To visit The Studio please ring first to check Helen is available!
