ashley cogell

Relics

In this painting series, I dive into the significance of keeping items after losing loved ones, capturing the gentle traces of memories that persist in everyday things.

Three thimbles on a wood surface: floral porcelain, silver, and a porcelain thimble printed 'life is fragile, handle with prayer'.

Lockets hold a special place in our hearts, often serving as cherished vessels for memories and connections. In the follow-up series, I painted portraits of lost loved ones inside lockets, highlighting the intimate bond between the treasured object and the enduring presence of those we hold dear.

Open gold heart-shaped locket with teal enamel interior, holding a painted portrait of a man wearing glasses.
Open bronze oval locket on a chain holding a small painted portrait of a woman's face.
Wall grid of small framed paintings depicting everyday objects, including a clock, ring, toys, and a bottle.
Open gold round locket holding a painted portrait of a man wearing glasses.
Row of open lockets on chains hanging from a wall-mounted bar.
Open bronze round locket holding a painted portrait of a woman with curly white hair.
Open gold oval locket holding a painted portrait of a smiling blonde woman.
Open gold heart-shaped locket with blue enamel interior, holding a painted portrait of a smiling dark-haired woman.