moonch
Polegate
Quality public art has played a key role in contributing to the sea-change in
the South East and in demonstrating the role of art in society. PERFUGIUM
MISERIS is an inspiring piece that invites the diverse and fluid audience of the
harbour space to reflect on their surroundings, their history and what it might
mean for their present.” Victoria Pomery - Director, Turner Contemporary
Gallery, Margate. Theresa Smith founded Mooch in 2002, is the Creative Director
and Lead Consultant in all projects. She has a broad range of skills under
pinned by extensive training. Decisions are made based on direct inspiration
from the site and its context, deriving a sense of what is needed, missing or
undervalued and building on this foundation stone. "Endeavoring to keep a sense
of a piece of work being of its time, I also remain sensitive to the historical
perspective and work to marry the two sometimes seemingly juxtaposed facets.
When people see my work I want them to feel a connection, a sense that this has
been made with them in mind and for them to enjoy. The attention to detail and
the materials selected are intended to convey a concern for the participant and
their pleasure in interacting with the artwork, both physically and
conceptually.
