Susan Bradshaw

Local Contemporary Art Prize 2026 – Finalist

Image courtesy of the artist.

Susan Bradshaw | Unmade in blue | 2026 | cyanotype with mixed media | 60 x 75cm

An iron bedstead stands lightly framed in the room, its slender frame of dark, matte lines evoking both industry and decor. Softened by time the metal conveys a subtle patina as it captures the light.

Draped across the bed is a cyanotype coverlet, washed in deep Prussian blues and pale, milky whites. Soft impressions suggest leaves, stems, and fading shadows with the odd pop of colour added by the artist’s hand. 

Natural fibres of linen sheets soft and breathable lie rumpled and inviting, creased in a way that speaks of use and comfort. This creates an intimate composition—simple materials brought together in a moment of colourful chaos, but still calm, everyday beauty.