Open Close door (cat)

Door owned by Arkive. Cultural Tourism Fund paid for artist's time and materials. Vandalised end of 2018 and a new designed painted by That Cat, but retaining part of Tonner's design above the door. Info from Open/Close website (describing Tonner's piece): "Johanna Tonner is a local fine artist currently studying at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design [graduated 2018]. Her work mainly focuses on bright, vibrant colours which she couples with erratic patterns and simple shapes. Her main method of working is screen printing however she regularly enjoys exploring other techniques such as photography, collage and mixed media. A lot of Johanna's work explores the idea of art as therapy, an idea which interests her a lot. She volunteers with groups Art Angel and Tayside Healthcare Arts Trust which provide a relaxed environment in which participants who have experienced mental health difficulties, strokes or brain injuries can create art. Her involvement in these organisations has a great influence on her art practice. After studying at EINA in Barcelona for 5 months last year, Johanna has broadened her body of work and learned new methods of working alongside improving her printing skills. Her time in the Spanish city has become a huge influence on her recent works. She is passionate about travel and believes that exploring other places and cultures helps her expand her knowledge and improve her work."