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Glyndebourne Picnic Interval: print series
Glyndebourne Picnic Interval: print series One of the most charming traditions in the English summer is the long interval at Glyndebourne, when opera-goers spill out onto the lawns for a picnic. Everyone brings their own setup—anything from a quick sandwich and thermos to full tables with candelabras, champagne, and strawberries. For me, it’s all about … Read more
Brighton Open air Theatre
In June 2025 Jane Waller, contacted me to put together a print to celebrate the arrival of spring and the new season of performances at the Brighton Open Air Theatre A Hidden Gem Under the Open Sky: Brighton Open Air Theatre (BOAT) Tucked away just five minutes from the buzz of Seven Dials, opposite the … Read more
Articles
Welcome to my journal — a space where I share new prints, paintings, exhibitions, and the thoughts behind them. My work often begins with black ink drawings made slowly and by hand, shaped by a printmaker’s way of thinking. From there it sometimes moves into colour, collage, and digital play. I’m interested in how traditional … Read more
Talks
Alongside my studio practice, I regularly give artist talks, host drawing sessions, and take part in creative conversations. These events are a chance to share the journey behind the work — from architecture to printmaking — and to speak openly about process, experimentation, and the value of making by hand. I’ve spoken in galleries, schools, … Read more
Residencies
Artist residencies offer time — time to look, to experiment, and to let ideas shift. They take me out of the usual rhythm of the studio and into new spaces, landscapes and conversations. From historic houses to contemporary arts organisations, each residency becomes a dialogue between place and process. Drawing, printmaking and research unfold in … Read more
Galleries
Art Galleries and Outlets Local and small. I love being able to have a personal relationship with the enthusiastic owners of art spaces
Exhibitions, Fairs and Festivals
Exhibitions, Fairs and Festivals Personal. Local. Collaborative. Evolving. Over the years, I have taken part in a wide range of exhibitions and public events — from solo presentations in intimate venues to large group shows and art fairs. These moments are an essential part of my practice, offering a chance to share new work, connect … Read more
Design work
Design Work Commissioned Work: Prints, Products, and Site-Specific Design Below are selected examples of my work as an artist and designer. I work across illustration, print, and site-specific commissions, with a practice rooted in narrative, place, and collaboration. My design work includes product ranges, architectural artworks, bespoke prints, and visual identities created for cultural institutions … Read more
David Self 1938
David Self Epson 1938-2025 David Self This account of David’s life was provided during an interview he gave for the book ‘Bent Is Not Broken’ by MJ Buckman. The book, published in November 2023 by UpLit Press, features David as “Duncan”. Early Years in Epsom I was the youngest of seven children. I was the … Read more