Guinea Pig Saint
Guinea Pig Saint
by Cath Laffan
Year created: 2011
Medium: Painting
Size (H x W x D): 18.5 x 12 x 3.5 cm
"Guinea Pig Saint" is a painting, using acrylics on wood.
Stylistically following the iconographic tradition, with flat areas of colour and stylised hands, the piece investigates the relationship between valued pet, precious object and superstitious beliefs.
The piece uses a wooden base much like medieval portable icons.
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I am a lecturer in mixed media and silver jewellery, teaching diploma students and University of Brighton’s Arts Extension modules. I also run a workshop in Kemptown as a self employed designer maker. I have recently completed a Masters in Art and Design (specialising in metal sculpture and small films) at Brighton University. I work on a commission basis as well as supplying shops and galleries. I am a founder member of “Brighton Designers and Makers” situated in Sydney Street, Brighton and co-manage the iO gallery on site, showing local artists.


























