Terence Wilde

London based Terence Wilde (b.1963) gained a degree in textiles but retrained through Croydon’s voluntary mental health services. Wilde draws on his own mental health journey, from the perspective of an adult survivor, in all his black and white works. Working mainly in pen drawing or ceramic, Wilde describes his works as responses to different periods in his life, showing struggles, fears, and dreams.

Wilde uses his creativity as a healing tool, to steadily express himself and make peace with the struggles from his past. He sees this process as part of a growing connection with the authentic self, something which is of upmost importance in his life’s work. To be transparent and show vulnerability is at the heart of Wildes life and relating to this human condition in other artists work is what inspires him.

“To embrace the beauty and brutality of life and reflect these conditions visually, gives purpose to my life”

“I took a drawing to a therapy session. It helped me to communicate my internal struggle and to have a deeper understanding of my situation. Now I draw as part of an ongoing cathartic journey. Creativity sets me free from anxiety, trauma and obsession. I lose myself and in the process, discover who I am.”