Mary Audsley facts for kids

Mary C. Audsley (1919-2008) was a British artist. She was known for her paintings and sculptures.

Early Life and Education

Mary Audsley was born in 1919 in a town called Eton, in Berkshire, England. She loved art from a young age.

From 1934 to 1938, Mary studied at the Westminster School of Art. This was a special school where she learned to be an artist. She had some famous teachers there, including Eric Schilsky, Mark Gertler, and Bernard Meninsky.

Artistic Career

After finishing art school, Mary Audsley quickly started showing her artwork. She exhibited her pieces with important art groups like the London Group and at the famous Royal Academy. This was a big achievement for a young artist.

Mary was offered a teaching job at the Westminster School of Art. However, World War II began, and the school closed. So, she could not take the job.

During the war, Mary joined the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF). This was a group where women helped the Royal Air Force. In 1943, she had to leave the WAAF due to health reasons. She spent some time in the hospital.

For many years, Mary faced health issues and had family duties. These things made it hard for her to focus on her art regularly. But in the 1970s, she was able to return to her artistic work more often.

Artistic Style and Exhibitions

Mary Audsley was a versatile artist. This means she worked with many different materials and styles. She created:

• Carvings: Art made by cutting into wood or stone.
• Ceramics: Art made from clay, like pottery.
• Collage: Art made by gluing different materials, like paper or fabric, onto a surface.
• Printmaking: Art made by creating images on a surface and then pressing them onto paper.

In 1990, Mary Audsley had her own art show. It was called a "solo exhibition" and was held at Sally Hunter Fine Art. This show featured only her artwork.

Later, in 2003, her work was a big part of a group show. This show was called Sculptors in Two Dimensions. It was also organized by Sally Hunter.