2025 Exhibitions
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2025 Exhibitions *
This page will showcase all of my work exhibited throughout 2025.
Converge: Girl on Girl Exhibition
Kindred Spirits, Sophie Evans, 2025.
61cm x 76cm, Acrylic on Canvas.
Artist Statement:
For this exhibition, I'm particularly focused on sapphic love between women and queer individuals. Sapphic love, to me, encompasses more than just romantic attraction; it's a profound expression of deep affection, community, and friendship that serves as a powerful source of inspiration in our lives. In fact, the love I experience through my own friendships is one of life's greatest joys – a love that transcends traditional boundaries and is all-encompassing. In this piece, I've had the pleasure of capturing this connection between two dear friends, Chloe (she/they) and Kat (they/them), who are kindred spirits. Through their portrait, I aim to convey the love and joy they share with each other, and how that energy radiates outward, enriching the lives of those around them. I hope that everyone can relate to this through their own friendships and loved ones.
Poisonhorn Bug, Sophie Evans 2025.
15.2cm x 15.2cm, Acrylic on Canvas.
Garden of Eyes, Sophie Evans 2025.
15.2cm x 15.2cm, Acrylic on Canvas.
Creepy Crawlies Exhibition
A Tale of Two Realms, Sophie Evans, 2025.
Artist Statement:
“A Tale of Two Realms” is a series of paintings that explores the intricate interplay between beauty and disgust as represented by these creatures. Drawing inspiration from the Souls series (a video game franchise created by FromSoftware) each of these uncanny beings possesses a unique origin intertwined with the game’s lore. For instance, the breathtakingly beautiful Moonlight Butterfly, said to have emerged from human remains, contrasts sharply with the haunting Quelaag, who steals humanity to heal her dying sister. Together, they reflect the complex relationship between beauty and repulsion inherent in the human experience.
The characters and narratives within these games highlight the multifaceted nature of existence, illustrating how embracing darkness can pave the way for inner strength and understanding. Ultimately, they suggest that accepting both the light and dark aspects of life is essential to the human condition.
Moonlight Butterfly, Sophie Evans 2025.
20.3cm x 25.4cm, Acrylic on Canvas.
Quelaag, Sophie Evans, 2025.
20.3cm x 25.4cm, Acrylic on Canvas.