Energeia

Shipton is pleased to present Energeia, a group show featuring Eva Dixon, Ashley Cluer and Salomé Wu.

‘Energeia’, the group exhibition curated by Juliet Wilson at Shipton, presents an exploration of the

relationship between energy and art which, throughout art history, has been a pivotal reference in

expressing our response to it. This exhibition draws inspiration from the insightful publication, ‘Art,

Energy, and the Brain’ by Robert Pepperell, artist, fine art professor, and author.

In his 2018 article, Pepperell bridges art with neuroscience, offering insights into how our brain activity contributes to our aesthetic experiences. He discusses how artists and art historians have utilised the concept of ‘energy’ to capture and communicate the viewer’s reactions to art.

The term ‘energeia,’ originally coined by Aristotle, means ‘being-at-work’ and serves as the root for

our modern word ‘energy.’ The sculptures and paintings by Eva Dixon, Ashley Cluer and Salomé Wu

offer viewers an opportunity to reflect on the type of energy each piece conveys. The work will

create a space for personal interpretation and emotional connection, aligning with Aristotle’s notion

of ‘energeia’ as an active, experiential process.

Explore the interplay of energy and art in Energeia at Shipton where each piece offers a unique

perspective on this timeless artistic conversation.

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Image 1:

Shipton Install View

Image 3:

Eva Dixon,
Strapped In, 2024
Hand and Machine Sewn Fabric, Reflective Fabric, Found Strapping, Aluminium Tape and Ratchet Straps,
62 x 38cm

Image 2:

Salomé Wu,
Arises From the Red Pool With Tails Bleeding, 2023
Oil, Pastel, Chalk, Sand, Rabbit Skin Glue on Colton Duck Canvas,
55 x 95cm

Image 4:

Ashley Cluer,
When It Rains, 2023
Ceramic, Acrylic and Timber,
20 x 10 x 10cm

Image 5:
Ashley Cluer,
Funky Town, 2024
Cement, found Wood, Plaster, Aluminium and Oil,
27 x 20 cm

Image 6:

Ashley Cluer,
I Crashed The Car, 2023
Cement, Plaster, Timber and Acrylic

Image 7:

Eva Dixon,
Barbie Scissor Kicks, 2024
Spray Paint, Vinyl, Machine and Hand Sewn Fabric and Aluminium Tape on Stretcher,
81 x 81cm

Image 8:

Salomé Wu
Glimmering Silver, 2023
Oil, Pastel, Chalk on Canvas
21 x 30cm

Image 9:
Salomé Wu,
Red Rivers, Azure Flowers Grew (Triptych), 2023
Oil, Pastel, Chalk, Sand and Silver on Canvas,
21 x 51cm

Image 10:

Eva Dixon,
Wimpey Welcome Home, 2024,
Pocket, Glow in the Dark Vinyl and Badge on Stretcher,
17.2 x 17.2cm

Image 11:

Eva Dixon,
Jamboree, 2024
Hand and Machine Sewn Fabric and Patch on Stretcher,
9x9cm

Eva Dixon,
Sheffield Eye, 2024
Hand Sewn Fabric, Plastic Wrap, Pin and House Paint on Hand Made Stretcher,
14.5 x 20.5cm