Lydia Smith
Between Dimensions
Artist / Host
Lydia Smith
Date
October 6, 2024
Time
Exhibition Dates: September 13 - October 6
Location
The Good Times House, 8 Imperial Square, Cheltenham GL50 1QB
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Lydia Smith – Between Dimensions
Friday 13th September to Sunday 6th October
Lydia Smith’s work illustrates a dialogue between line and form. Spanning the physical and digital landscapes, she explores the multifaceted layers of society and self.
The perception of reality is continuously warped and challenged through the expansion of the digital realm. Individuals can edit their online identity, influencing physical interactions. With the self being constantly upgraded through edits and algorithms, Smith highlights the importance of authenticity between our physical and digital dimensions.
Throughout history, humans have thrived on community and connection, which are essential for growth and well-being. As we advance technologically, Smith believes it’s crucial to foster and maintain these bonds in the physical world and not rely on digital interactions. Whilst convenient, online interactions may never replace the depth and richness of face-to-face relationships, which humans need for survival.
About the Artist
Lydia Smith, born in 1995, is a multi-disciplined artist working with historical and contemporary processes to realise her works. Her studio is based in Trafalgar Square, central London. Through her practice, she explores the theme of human connection, which encompasses sub-topics, including Ancient History, Technology, Science, and Spirituality. She uses the physical and digital landscape to create sculptures, paintings and digital art. Working with the ancient material, clay, she enters a flow state, allowing her concepts to express themselves subconsciously; once complete, using her unique method, her work metamorphoses into the digital realm. These pixilated forms inform the evolution of her process.
Smith was trained in academic sculpture at the University of the Arts London (2014-2017). She also continued training at private ateliers in Greece, Spain and France. Smith’s career regularly involves commissioned work within the British Film industry and collaborations with luxury brands. She has also represented Great Britain in international Snow and Ice carving championships in Switzerland and China. Exhibited at the Saatchi Gallery (2022), Christie’s (2023), Had her first solo show in Soho central London (2022) and co-produced the duo show ‘Soft Spaces’ in New Bond Street, Mayfair (2023).
