Lin Kerr

Lin Kerr’s background is deeply rooted in fine arts, with a BA fine Art degree in painting. She studied at Wits University in Johannesburg and after many years in graphic design and teaching she returned to her first love of painting in oils and watercolour.

She is currently exploring the theme of transience in her still-life oils, with stitchery as a symbol for repair and upcycling.  Reflections suggest the passing of time. Her watercolours and greeting cards express floral abundance.

Lin has also begun creating jewellery in silver and beadwork. She says: ‘When I was a child, I loved watching the Zulu women in Durban create their beadwork, and I always wanted to have a go. Thanks to online videos and beautiful glass beads, I’ve begun to weave the dream.’

Lin works and teaches from her studio in Chilton, Oxfordshire. She also has a drop-in sketchbook workshop in winter.