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Artist talk: Helen Breach
In this video presentation, Helen talks about the different ways in which she explores the world around her through drawing, painting and printmaking, including looking at dancers in rehearsal, the natural environment and portraiture.
In this 30 minute zoom presentation from 29 March 2021, Helen reveals her love of colour, movement and the theatre. Helen’s talk was part of the HAUSPRINT remote programme during COVID, which aimed to connect with members regardless of physical restrictions.
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