Elaine Nason: Close Encounters

Born in Walton-on-the-Naze, Elaine Nason studied at Colchester School of Art from 1955 to 1959, completing both the Intermediate and National Diploma in Design courses. During her time there the Principal was the printmaker John O'Connor, and the school welcomed a programme of visiting tutors including John Nash, Alastair Grant, Derrick Greaves and Richard Chopping.

Following art school, Elaine enjoyed a 36-year career as an infant teacher, working primarily at Laxfield School in Suffolk, while continuing to develop her artistic practice.

Working in oils, watercolour, lino print and monoprint, Elaine's work reflects a lifelong fascination with the everyday world. Her subjects often centre on domestic interiors, the female figure and still life, themes that have remained consistent throughout her career and are evident in sketchbooks spanning many decades.

Strong drawing and thoughtful composition are at the heart of her practice, qualities that are equally present in her printmaking. Elaine has exhibited widely throughout East Anglia and has been a member of the Suffolk Group since 1991.