Polly Rockberger

The spirals of medieval Spanish ironwork, the mandalas of the east, the ideas of the mystical Kabbalists, and the Goddesses of Old Europe have all floated into my work. I am particularly interested in Goddess culture, which has paid tribute throughout history to all women. The logo which appears on the index page and throughout the site, says "poll", my name in the Farsi language. I learned some years ago that it means "bridge" and I have taken it as my signature to reflect the idea of bridging centuries and cultures, using colour, tone and texture to evoke distance in time as well as space. My new year resolution for 2012 was to fulfil a long-held promise to myself to learn to speak Farsi, in honour of this linguistic connection, which mysteriously echoes the possible journeyings of my family across the Middle East to their eventual home in Belarus, and thence to London.

I am currently working on a series of abstract paintings and collages about trees and forest, as well my 'collectibles' - little paintings and collages, postcard-size or slightly larger. Some of these - which you can see on the 'mini ' page - are about favourite motifs or symbols, and others are part of the new 'forest' series. I love making these bright spots of rich colour which can hang on their own or in groups.

New for 2012! Following a mind-bogglingly wonderful trip to the USA in late 2011, I am now embarking on a new series about the ancient petroglyphs of the Southwestern USA, the mysterious signs and symbols left for us by Native Americans thousands of years ago. Given that I am currently immersed in learning to read and write Farsi, I have a fascinating melting pot of languages and symbols to inspire me in 2012.

I hope you will enjoy the variety of style and media across the pages of my site. It reflects the developments and explorations in style and subject matter as well as the experiences and researches which continue to inspire me in my life as a working artist. Please feel free to email me with your comments or to enquire about individual pieces. My prices range right across from £100 to £3,000 for large works and payment can be made through Paypal. Thanks for visiting!