Sam Winston (b. 1978 Halifax, England, based in London, UK)

Sam Winston’s practice is concerned with language not only as a carrier of messages but also as a visual form in and of itself. Initially known for his typography and artist’s books he employs a variety of different approaches including drawing, performance and poetry. The works featured in this exhibition, of painted ears and listening eyes (2021) and Following the Breath (2022) respectively offer meditations on the reflective experiences of breath and music. Bridwell Library is proud to hold the archival edition of Winston’s of painted ears and listening eyes, including all 186 original drawings for the limited-edition, prototype printing of the book (edition of 15), a copy of the prototype printing from the edition, the original drawing Cummings to Cage - 4’33’, and an archive of notes, correspondence, and sketches. The exhibition additionally features two videos.

https://www.samwinston.com/