Emma Torkington
Born 1976, United Kingdom
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'Drawing My Hand' uses the medium of video to record Torkington meticulously tracing in blue biro, the physical markings and linear contours of her own hand. This time- based work of addition reveals the subtle individuality of her hand and fingers through a matter of fact tracing. Along with elegantly bringing into collision the hand and eye conversation of a drawing practice, this performative manipulation of her own body brings intriguing connotations to tattooing and body art. Yet the artistry of these practices is restrained and tempered through her objective replication of just the hands existing lines.