A Dialogue with Existence: Discovering Helen Nottage in Brighton’s Lanes

Credit: Helen Nottage

While strolling through Brighton’s iconic Lanes and North Laine — known for their spirited atmosphere and mix of independent and gorgeous boutiques, cafés, restaurants, and galleries — yes, I cannot resist the pull of art — I discovered the quietly compelling work of British figurative sculptor Helen Nottage.

Engaged with the idea of decay, Nottage’s practice reveals an almost unexpected beauty through a delicate balance of themes relating to nature and temporality. Each sculpture holds a subtle tension between permanence and passing, living and mortality — drawing the viewer into moments that feel both precise and suspended.

Her work, now on view at Kellie Miller Arts, Brighton, draws from varied reference points. If you like the anatomical studies of Gunther von Hagens, you’ll find his influence unmistakably embedded.

So, before you head to the beach, take a moment to visit the gallery in person — or explore it online at www.kelliemillerarts.com.

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