Frances Magee, Lupinus

Original Cyanotype print on Archival Cotton paper. Framed behind glass.

100cm x 80cm

Five artists / makers based in Northern Ireland at different career stages, working in a variety media, were selected from an open call for this exhibition titled Teatime.

Tea is the most widely consumed drink in the world, the paraphernalia surrounding its preparation and consumption is immense. R-Space presents a selection of items surrounding this wonderful beverage.

Statement

This series of Cyanotype prints explores some known and not so well known botanicals which have been used in the preparation of health giving teas for generations. Dating back to Ancient Egypt and Ancient China, herbal tea has been used for thousands of years for its health benefits and great taste. Our ancient ancestors were on to something when they began implementing tea, herbs and spices into their health regiment. Not only does it taste great, but it can also help you feel great too. With the Lupin, some people use the tea to maintain good health while other have used it after diagnosed with serious illness and need to built up the immune system. Most people have used it along with medication and radiation treatment for cancer. The tea has a mild blood thinning effect so as you see the lupin is not only beautiful and vibrant it's also dynamic.