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Charles_Harrison_Faces Procession (variation I), 2024 40x40cm Ink, acrylic, pastel, oil and resin on printed canvas Procession (variation II), 2024 40x40cm Ink, acrylic, pastel, oil and resin on printed canvas Quadrate (variation I), 2024 80x80cm Ink, acrylic, pastel, oil and resin on printed canvas Biography Charles Harrison (b. 1986, Kenya) is a dynamic contemporary artist whose work explores the depths of human emotion and connection. Harrison’s paintings are not portraits in the traditional sense but rather expressions of human experience—fluid, layered, and deeply introspective. His figures emerge from textured surfaces, built through an instinctive process of abstraction and realism. By layering colour, mark-making, and spatial depth, he creates works that evoke the complexity of human interaction and perception. “In these faces,” Harrison explains, “I seek a kind of abstract realism—one that resonates both visually and emotionally. I want the viewer to feel a moment of recognition, as if their gaze is met and understood.” In r ecent developments, Charles has been working alongside AI to explore new mark-making techniques , and technological relationships with the human. With a growing international presence, his work is held in numerous private and public collections worldwide, solidifying his reputation as an artist whose work speaks to the universal nature of human connection. 2025 Amélie, 2025 Mixed media on printed canvas 60 X 80 cm Tussle, 2025 Mixed media on printed canvas 60 X 60 cm Model, 2025 Mixed media on printed canvas 60 X 60 cm Red, 2025 Mixed media on printed canvas 60 X 60 cm Docio, 2025 Mixed media on printed canvas 60 X 60 cm Available works

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Testing Situations About Blog Events Team Partners Protocal Minutes Search Results More Project Lead Artist Charlie Harrison has been collaborating with researchers and building projects that foreground the creative strengths of people with rare dementias for the past 5 years. He is particularly focussed on opening up broad public conversations about the experience of cognitive testing and how art might be a useful tool to shape best practice. Collaborators & Advisors Prof Seb Crutch ’s research has focused on the neuropsychological investigation of perceptual function and language in individuals with neurodegenerative disease and stroke. Particular interests include the exploration of visual disorders and disease progression in posterior cortical atrophy (PCA), and analysis of refractory access disorders, and abstract and concrete conceptual knowledge. Emeritus Prof Elizabeth Warrington is a true trailblazer in cognitive testing devising materials and methods of assessment that are used widely by researchers, clinicians and neuropsychologists. Now retired, Elizabeth continues to be an honorary member of the UCL Dementia Research Centre, sharing her knowledge with scientists and artists in the field. Prof Brian Day has studied many different aspects of motor control in people who are either healthy or suffer from a wide range of neurological diseases. His current research is devoted to understanding multi-sensory processes that control and integrate whole-body motor activities. Prof. Paul Camic is a clinical health psychologist who has a long term interest in the arts and healthcare. He also has a particular interest in public health approaches to dementia care. Emma Harding is a social scientist doing mostly qualitative research (home-based interviews and observations) with people with different kinds of dementia. She is interested in how people describe, rate and otherwise capture or express their experiences of having a diagnosis of a dementia and in finding new and innovative ways to do this. Keir Yong is a research psychologist whose work has primarily focused on investigating how Alzheimer’s disease and posterior cortical atrophy affect visual perception and spatial awareness. His research combines approaches of neuropsychological and engineering disciplines to develop and evaluate strategies supporting independent activities. Bhupendra and Urvashi Desai were part of the ‘Neva’ film project, and continue to make valuable contributions to this work. They are particularly interested in shifting the focus to include human attributes such as love, compassion, laughter and wisdom. Rose de Paeztron and Keith Roberts were active participants in many projects at Created Out of Mind, including the 'Neva' film. They have also been keen members of YOYO, a support group for people with young onset dementia in North London with a focus on activities such as creative learning, dance, singing and music therapy. Mhari McLintock was a narrator for the Neva film and has also recently participated in a number of research trials. Mhari has a mantra of “if not now, when?” and likes to get around on a tandem. Roberta McKee Jackson has been actively involved in several Rare Dementia Support groups, and now provides regional support for the charity. Through her work Roberta hopes to raise awareness of rare dementias and the importance of support groups for those living with dementia and their families/carers Charlie Murphy is an artist investigating visual, linguistic and scientific metaphors and tools used to describe, analyse and understand the impact of dementias. Charlie is creating a range of artworks, performances and events which aim to raise awareness about the varied and unexpected impacts of dementias at social, personal and cellular levels. See examples of work in progress here Emilie Brotherhood is a PhD student and Research Fellow at the Dementia Research Centre, UCL, with a background in cognitive neuroscience. Emilie was a collaborator in the Created Out of Mind residency, and continues to work with Charlie Harrison on the Rare Dementia Support Impact study and ethical considerations for artists working in the field. Dr Chris Hardy is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Dementia Research Centre (UCL) funded by Action on Hearing Loss and the Dunhill Medical Trust. His current work focuses on understanding the relationship between hearing loss and dementia, and he has a special interest in a rare group of ‘language-led’ dementias known as the primary progressive aphasias Dilek Ocal , Phd student and study coordinator, has been involved in Alzheimer’s research for the past 5 years. Her work combines behavioural and cognitive assessments with novel and more conventional neuroimaging methods to uncover the relationship between dementia related brain changes and the diverse behavioural and cognitive presentations within the Dementia syndrome. Kirsty Lu has been researching Alzheimer’s disease for 7 years, focussing on measuring the earliest changes in memory and thinking. As someone who administers cognitive tests week by week, she is interested in the strengths and limitations of this type of assessment, and in reflecting on the different ways that people respond to the experience of being tested. Hannah Carr is a psychology research assistant working on projects focusing on ageing, memory and cognition. She administers many different tasks to tap into these three elements and is interested in how different people perform on these tasks and how they respond to them. Testing Situations owes a huge debt of thanks to a number of other people whose valuable contributions of time, conversations, participations and friendships have shaped this work immeasurably. Rare Dementia Support Nikki Zimmerman Eva Tait John Fowler Rosemary Fowler Sheila Keegan Chris Pouncey Clive Smith Christine Smith Helen Smith Created Out of Mind Kailey Nolan Gill Windle Julian West Hannah Zeilig Millie van der byl Williams Harry MacQueen Natasha Trotman Caroline Evans Janette Junghaus Fergus Walsh Susanna Howard Janneke van Leeuwen Nicholas Firth UCL Suzie Barker Ivanna Pavisic Jason Warren George Thomas Elia Benhamou Amy Peters Matthew Bancroft Diego Kaski Wellcome Harriet Martin Tony Woods Bridie Rollins Natasha Wright Touring Contacts Helen Craig Claire Robertson Diane Garfield Robina Maslen Julie Negus Kester Muller Sabrina Moxom Marine Begault Carolyn Goodwin Clare Hankinson John-Paul Muir Catherine Butcher Karen Inglis John Lewis James Upton Sarah Nolan Viviana Checchia Other Amelia Carton Daniel Fridholm Katie Simpson Hannah Fridholm Richard Day

Gallery Walk Home Residents Partners Resources Our team and partners The residency programme will connect with many individuals, communities and organisations. We have been building the project in consultation with community leaders, regional arts and heritage organisations and professionals with experience of delivering similar projects. Project Management Gallery Walk residencies are managed by Charlie Harrison and Katie Simpson, who have over 15 years experience leading innovative arts projects, working with some of the most exciting creative ideas and practitioners in the UK and internationally. Katie is currently curator of exhibitions at Nottingham Contemporary and Charlie is an artist working in creative health, education and research at University College London. Both grew up in Lincolnshire, with a passion for the area and all it has to offer creatively. After moving to Pinchbeck in 2021, they have been working to connect a regional network and provide more opportunities for creatives to make and share their work. Regional Partner Organisations - confirmed Each resident will have opportunities for mentorship, networking and display. Residencies will be self-led, but have options for dialogue and support with our growing network of regional partner organisations. Contemporary Visual Arts Network (CVAN) East Midlands Link Hub Sleaford Link North Sea Observatory Link Boston Guildhall Link Boston Gliderdrome Link Lincoln Museum Link Spalding Gentleman's Society Link RSPB Frampton Marsh Link Let’s Work Together Get in touch so we can start working together.

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About Blog Events Team Partners Protocal Minutes Search Results More Field Notes Explain the purpose of the project right at the beginning (more important than the background) Does online / social media (in relation to a public engagement tour) present challenges for consent in the long run? i.e. once it’s out there, it’s out there. It’s important to listen more and ask people to expand when they speak or ask questions. Explain the development of working methods and situate the project in the context of research. Find ways for people to participate early on and throughout (eg, a show of hands) Always check sound levels Be clear about what we want from each audience we work with and why. Carers have a strong interest and stake in how loved ones are represented, it's important to listen to concerns. Ask for both positive and negative feedback – criticality is important. Why is it important for people to get involved (who don’t necessarily have personal ties to dementia)? Do artistic environments create better spaces for opening up? The levels of insight from the carer and the PLWD are different. History taking and taking time for conversation are the most important part of an assessment. Having continuity in appointments with clinicians can act as an important form of support. The MMSE is talked about a lot and I’ve never heard anything positive said about it. Aspects of this project may be inappropriate for people living with dementias. vs Aspects of this project may help communicate the experience of dementias to people who don’t live with them. It is upsetting to (perceive yourself) not to be able to do something. It is incredibly rewarding to overcome that feeling Helping each other out and listening is an important part of that process. People may participate, but not be able to understand consenting process – these people will be excluded from the presentational side of the project (information sealed / closed off). Reading out scripted information is not good – it’s important to be personable. Taking time to get to know each other is really important (parachuting in is ineffective and uncomfortable). What do we mean when we say we are aiming for ‘new forms of assessment’? Researcher notes the challenge of being personable vs getting results when testing (part of professional development?)