Warp and Weft

About this work

Warp and weft is the actual terminology of weaving: the warp threads hold tension while the weft weaves in and out—two forces, a metaphor for interpersonal relationships. The fist gripping the sheet could point towards intimacy / birth, tension, pain, or ecstasy—or all of the above.

About the artist

Helen Masacz is a painter based in Worthing. Her practice explores the nuances of human presence and inner life through figurative work. Drawing on the concept of 'ANIMA,' she investigates the ways in which individuals inhabit and interact with their environments, conveying a sense of internal landscape within defined spaces. Her paintings often delve into psychological depth, capturing moments of quiet introspection and connection. Masacz received her BA in Fine Art from Middlesex University. Her work has been exhibited at the Royal Society of Portrait Painters Annual Exhibition at The Mall Galleries (2026, 2021, 2011) and at The National Portrait Gallery (2004, 2010) and she is a regular participant in the Green and Stone Gallery's Summer Exhibition (2023, 2024, 2025). Notable accolades include the Living Prize from the Women in Art prize (2025) and the Arts Club Award from the Royal Society of Portrait Painters (2011). Her portrait of Dr. D Walford is held in the collection of Mansfield College, University of Oxford. Her current focus is on the series ‘Anima- Occupying Space’ which will be exhibited at her solo show from the 22nd October 2026 at Zebra One Gallery in Hampstead.

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