Rory Pankhurst

Artist Statement

My Artist statement:

“Illustration is my conduit for emotions and thoughts that can’t be expressed in words. My creative techniques have developed from traditional ink drawings into a vibrant range of tactile mediums as I aim to improve my visual language.

I work mostly in sketchbooks with a pen but incorporate colour and texture using various paints, pencils, and inks.
My inspiration to draw originates from a desire to learn and develop as a person, and I sincerely enjoy illustration as an artform and an expression of my personality.”

My expression of the vibrant emotion that sharing artwork creates for me - a part of my soul that I show for others to resonate with
Capturing memories of growing up around Wirksworth, of fires at night and meeting with friends
Capturing memories of growing up around Wirksworth, of fires at night and meeting with friends
My Illustration for the Royal Oak pub sign, which will be replaced in the early summer.
My Illustration for the Royal Oak pub sign, which will be replaced in the early summer.
A motivational journey towards self improvement and becoming a more confident illustrator.
A motivational journey towards self improvement and becoming a more confident illustrator.