Hazel
Evans became the inaugural Visual Artist at Lighthouse, the leading
Arts Centre in the South West of England, situated in Poole Dorset,
in 2010, where she has been developing her practice through
observation and influence of the performing arts.
Hazel
Evans is the creator of The Monochronium and The Bookshelf. Hazel's
art practice explores words, music, fantasy and the performing arts
through illustration, visual art and characterisation.
Said to have a 'Warhol Factory' feel about it, The Monochronium launched as a developmental exhibition showcasing the production of art in a live environment with a monochrome colour palette. Hazel's Monochronium 2011 explored words, music and illustration, in a black and white world and featured a 36hour Artathon with over 40 music and artistic collaborations.
Hazel's illustrative work has been likened to the style of Tim Burton with her dynamic black and white works that energetically communicate her fantastical style of art. She has been working closely with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) and has developed a particular affinity for music and dance as a source of inspiration for her art.
After graduating with a
degree in Contemporary Arts in 1997, Hazel spent most of her 20s in
France. Since coming back to England, Hazel has been re-establishing
herself on the British arts scene in the South West of England
through her work as a visual artist, artist collaborator and art
events coordinator.
