Jane Muir

Jane Muir specialises in idiosyncratic hand painted figures that represent a witty and uncluttered observation of the world. Figures that stand alone or placed in an architectural landscape are hand modelled, allowing her the freedom to sketch with clay and develop ideas during the making process. Jane’s figures are not about specific individuals but are a personification of character.

Their anonymity allows us to identify for ourselves familiar individuals. Subtle colour and seductive surface textures are key elements in her work; immensely appealing but never sentimental.

Her work has been exhibited widely throughout the UK, Europe, America and Japan.

Education

1985-87 Epsom School of Art and Design, Surrey

1987-90 First Class BA (Hons), Central School of Art and Design, London

1990-92 MA Royal College of Art, London

Awards

1988 Queen Mary/ William Atkinson Scholarship

First Prize, necklace design for The Royal Shakespeare Co.

1991 First Prize, Plate Surface Design for Richard Ginori, Italy

1997 Crafts Council Setting Up Grant