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Vikki Slowe
Born 1947
Known for Printmaking, painting
Elected Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers

Vikki Slowe was born in 1947 in London, England. She is a talented British artist. Vikki Slowe is known for creating beautiful prints and paintings.

About Vikki Slowe's Art

Vikki Slowe is especially known for making a type of print called an etching. Etching is a special way to create art using metal plates. Artists draw on a metal plate, then use acid to make lines. Ink is then put on the plate and pressed onto paper to make a print.

She also illustrated a book of poems called Purple & Green: Poems by Thirty-Three Women Poets. This means she created the pictures for the book.

Where You Can See Her Work

Vikki Slowe's artworks are held in important collections. These include the Ben Uri Gallery & Museum and the Imperial Health Charity Art Collection. This means her art is kept safe and shown to the public in these places.

Her art has also been shown in famous exhibitions. She exhibited her work at the Summer Exhibition of the Royal Academy in London several times. This is a very important art show. Her art has also been recognized by the Smithsonian Institution in the United States. The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge has also featured her work.

Vikki Slowe has been mentioned in several magazines. These include Ambit, The Artist, and Country Life.

Helping Other Artists

Vikki Slowe has also helped the art community. She was an Honorary Curator for the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers. This group supports artists who make prints. She was also a member of the Royal Free Charity Works of Art Committee. This committee helps with art at the Royal Free Hospital in London.

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