Nusye McComish – SouthSeaEyes

Category: Writing

  • SouthSeaEyes Exhibition vespiary savage and rising Athenas Aegis

    MYTHICAL LINOCUT: Welcome to the Vespiary

    Join SouthSeaEyes for VESPIARY: Savage & Rising, a solo exhibition weaving classical mythology, sovereignty, and handcarved linocut prints. Hosted at The Corner Collective, Southsea, 2–5 May 2025, the show includes a family-friendly blockprinting session to pass ancient stories to younger generations. Private View 1 May, 6–9pm.

  • Inked lino carving block depicting Athena by Nusye McComish SouthSeaEyes Printmaker

    Unveiling Vespiary: The Intersection of Art and Mythology

    SouthSeaEyes’ Vespiary is a reclamation – of voice, of memory, of power. It calls for the community to coagulate for resilience, for thriving, for rising together in the current era. Nusye McComish answers this call with a visceral urgency – carving lino, tearing paper and fabric alike, wading through ink, hand-forming clay, to remind us…

  • Of Being A Printmaker

    On Creative Practice and Mental Clarity The Three Amigas of burnout, anxiety, early menopause, gained a fourth friend: depression—all showed up while I was working in corporate finance in gas and oil industry. The demands were constant, and maintaining mental balance became harder. It wasn’t dramatic, but it was real: a gradual erosion of clarity,…

  • Empowerment Through Myth – the rise of Women

    Athena’s wisdom in battle, Hecate’s guidance at crossroads, Persephone’s resilience, Demeter’s nurturing strength, and Brighid’s enduring hope—these timeless myths resonate across generations, reminding us of our shared power and infinite capacity for renewal. Weaving ancient wisdom to current era empowerment – this not a walk in the park. Sign up, be the first to know.

  • 10 Ways to Support Local Businesses in Portsmouth and Southsea

    10 thoughtful ways to support and celebrate local businesses in Portsmouth and Southsea. From shopping local and sharing stories to amplifying on social media and attending creative events, learn how small actions can make a big difference in building a stronger, more vibrant community. Together, let’s help local businesses and creatives thrive.

  • Embracing Setbacks: Lessons from My 2024 Creative Adventures

    Discover the journey of a printmaker navigating creativity, community, and resilience in 2024. From workshops to exhibitions like POSE24 and gallery showcases at FatClay Pottery, Cafe Fresco, and Aspex Gallery Shop, explore the highs, challenges, and the power of connection in the art world.

  • POSE 24: Meet Artists at Portsmouth Open Studios Event 2024

    The Portsmouth Open Studios Event 2024 (POSE24) will occur from October 25-27, showcasing local artists and their creative processes. The event marks a revival of the Southsea art community post-pandemic, featuring unique works from Ali Molloy, Laura Simpson, Roo Abrook, and Nusye McComish. POSE24 aims to reconnect and celebrate the vibrant local art scene.

  • Intaglio obsessions: Drypoint

    What even is intaglio? First things first. This is my personal and continuous learning and improvement in my intaglio skills as SouthSeaEyes Printmaker. And in this particular writing, I speak of my present snapshot chapter of Drypoint intaglio. Drypoint is a subset of intaglio printmaking. It involves incising an image onto a plate with a…

  • H Family blockprint by Nusye McComish SouthSeaEyes

    Family Portrait Blockprint: A Hand-Crafted Storytelling

    Discover the beauty of handcrafted art with this personalised family portrait blockprint. Combining ancient block printing techniques with vibrant acrylics, this bespoke piece captures the essence of family bonds. Ideal as a timeless heirloom, each detail is meticulously crafted to tell your family’s unique story.