ALEX HEARN My first memory is of my sister pushing my pram down the stairs (which is strange because she's younger than me.) The mysterious plays a large part in my work - the ambiguity of the images coupled with a hint of 'realism' . Modern techniques and tools are useful though I derive most satisfaction from starting the image with a pencil and paper. I can frequently be found in museums, taking rubbings from ancient objects whilst trying to avoid detection. The most common reaction to my images are shock and curiosity (both of which i see as favourable or amusing at the very least). Ancient symbols can hold great strength and my interest in history, especially from the middle /far East and Central America has given me a wider and more individual visual language. The same image / idea evolving or changing in a series reflects my own views on nature being adaptable and objective.