Chess

Chess is a contemporary mixed-media artist based in Salisbury, Wiltshire, renowned for her striking portraiture that combines expressive painting with authentic historical storytelling. Her distinctive works incorporate original newspaper clippings and printed ephemera from throughout the lives and careers of her subjects, creating richly layered compositions that celebrate their legacy and cultural impact. Drawing on her background in English Literature and a Master’s degree in Creative Writing, Chess seamlessly blends text and image, adding narrative depth to every portrait. The result is a unique body of work that not only captures a subject’s likeness but also preserves the stories, moments, and history that define them.