Her Statement

Samantha Louise Emery is an interdisciplinary artist from England and Canada living in Türkiye. Emery’s exploration of humanity’s complex interconnection within the biodiversity of life has been aided by her residence in these countries. She visually maps these networks through conceptual abstract paintings and her practice of combining self portrait photography, hand and machine embroidery with hand sewn sequins and beads, and paintwork onto canvas. Visual activism representing the positive powers of women is central to her practise, with the artist acting as a conduit in channelling the multiple feminine layers into her artworks. Emery depicts these influences in her portraiture IKONA project dedicated to the fertile woman energy that inspires her journey as a female creative. Her visual activism is not only to promote an appreciation for the significant qualities of women but to contribute consciously to our global society. Emery donates 10% of proceeds from her IKONA collections to a variety of global charities.