Chantal Powell’s wonderland
Arriving at the gallery, I met the artist close to a cage sheltering a flower explosion - seemed to come straight of Murakami’s world. A spring-inspired top hat firmly sat on her head, one hand was tracing an elegant baller in the air to underline her enthusiasm, another was balancing a vintage cup of tea. Behind her, the table was set for an Easter party – elegant mismatched cups, jam tartlets, chocolate eggs and bunnies…
And what other creator could take you along for a quizz and a card castle competition? (do note the different techiniques! Anyway, a lady won…)
The scene really gives you a glimpse of Chantal Powell’s universe. Inspired by Alice in wonderland, she focuses on the magic of it. You can see each day as a boring routine… or see fascinating stories behing each detail. Just keep a children’s mind. Her life is not so much a box of chocolate as a treasure box:
Her analysis goes a step further. Lewis Caroll’s story tells of dreams – incorporating then transforming events of the day. In other words - a personal journey to better go through life. And so her art also investigates reflections, transparences, sepia colours… A wave of mixed comfort and nostalgy:
Each of her creations means to create an emotion, wake up a forgotten memory – maybe a bright childhood joy, a slice of life, a smile form a loved one, a face.
Why not enjoy a spring walk through Notting Hill to discover her work?
Chantal Powell
Debut Contemporary Gallery
82 Westbourne grove
Notting Hill
London W2 5RT
While you are around:
- The Artisan du Chocolat boutique is just a few steps away and has treats, pastries and chocolate drinks.
- Stop at Teanamu to enjoy a tea ceremony.
- Collect royal mugs on the market.
- Dine Italian at Dragoncello or at Pesceria Mattiuci.
6 Responses to “Chantal Powell’s wonderland ”
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Lovely review and it really was good wasnt it! I lost all sense of time while listening to the talk. Great to meet you there and i look forward to seeing you again.
best Dean
ps I ll do the linky thing!
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Thank you so much for such a lovely review of the event! It delights me that you experienced the magic I longed to convey to people that day. I will see you down the rabbit hole next time!
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J’adore le quartier de Notting Hill.
Le monde d’Alice aux pays des merveilles, c’est un peu le monde de la créativité, de la différence, de liberté de voir les choses autrement, du pouvoir des rêves… Un monde où j’aimerais bien vivre ! -
Cette exposition a l’air très réussie, cela me donne envie de refaire un tour dans ce quartier.
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Chocoralie says:
Dean – really looking forward to yours! It will be equally amazing.
Chantal – my pleasure, all well deserved! You can bet I’ll be there at your next show.
Xtinette: ah, mais tu le peux: Chantal en a ait une manière de vivre!
Galerie d’art: la galerie propose d’autant plus un accueil chaleureux qui permet d’apprécier les oeuvres au mieux. Bonne ballade!
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