You’re Invited: Art Exhibition Private View with Lydia Smith, RMS Artist-in-Residence.
Over the past months, alongside our pupils, Lydia has passionately translated the essence of our school’s values and mission into four magnificent large-scale sculptures. Learn more about Lydia and her work here.
Photos by Phoebe Wingrove
Join us for an exclusive private view to explore these works, as well as talented pupils artworks.
There will be an opportunity to view the screening of a behind-the-scenes documentary during the event, alongside guided tours of the sculptures (*footwear suitable for walking on grass advised) and a chance to explore the RMS Tree Trail.
Rough running order for the event:
4.30pm – Exhibition open to view. Drinks and nibbles provided
5.00pm – Sculpture tours begin
6.00pm – Presentations from Kevin Carson and Lydia Smith, with screening of documentary
6.30pm – Exhibition open to view
7.30pm – Event ends
RSVP below.
Lydia Smith (b. 1995) is a multi-disciplined artist working with both historical and contemporary processes to realise her works.
Through her practice, she explores the theme of human connection, which encompasses subtopics including ancient history, technology, science and spirituality. She uses the physical and digital landscape to create sculptures, paintings and digital art.
Working with 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 pixelated 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. Lydia Smith has exhibited at the Saatchi Gallery (2022) and Christie’s (2023).
In 2023, she co-produced and exhibited in the two-person show ‘Soft Spaces’ on New Bond Street, Mayfair. Lydia’s studio is located in Trafalgar Square, Central London. Studio visits by appointment.