Bankside Hotel x DA Gallery are delighted to welcome British contemporary painter Amy Judd as their early Spring Artist in Residence. Known for her evocative, dreamlike figurative paintings, Judd’s work explores the emotional and symbolic relationship between women and the natural world, drawing on folklore, mythology, and ideas of transformation.
During her residency at Bankside, Amy will develop a new body of work inspired by the enchanted, liminal figures found in Shakespeare’s plays. Characters such as Titania, Ariel, and Oberon will serve as conceptual starting points rather than literal subjects, informing explorations of mood, energy, and movement. Existing between worlds and deeply connected to nature, these figures offer a framework for reflecting on presence, metamorphosis, and feminine power.
Working within the glass-fronted Art Yard Studio, moments from Shakespeare’s Globe just across the river, Amy will translate these ideas through posture, atmosphere, and symbolic forms rather than narrative scenes. Feathers and flowers will feature prominently, acting as extensions of the body and referencing both the natural world and theatrical costume. Visitors will be invited to witness her process as it unfolds, observing how intuitive mark-making and layered paint give rise to a cohesive and quietly magical body of work.
The residency will culminate in a public viewing showcasing the complete collection created during Amy’s time at Bankside, offering audiences a rare opportunity to engage with her practice in an intimate and evolving setting. Follow Amy’s residency journey and behind-the-scenes moments via @Contemporary_Collective.
About Amy:
Amy Judd is a British contemporary painter based in London. Her work draws inspiration from folklore and mythology, exploring themes of femininity, transformation, and the natural world. Through symbolic imagery and a refined, process-led approach to painting, her figures inhabit quiet, contemplative spaces that invite personal interpretation. Amy has exhibited widely in the UK and internationally, and her work is held in private and public collections.
View the full collection of Amy's paintings
Residency Events:
End of Residency Collection Launch: 26 March 2026, 6-8 pm
Residency Partners:
For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Jenna Sachs: Jenna@DegreeArt.com / 020 3701 7411 / www.DegreeArt.com
