Behind the Eye - ACE223.3

Maskell Packer’s home and studio. She talks about noticing her eyesight was failing and being diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy. Talking about her painting technique, one which enables her to work more easily; she can’t see the whole of a painting at any one time. Griffith beginning a new work. He says he became officially registered blind at sixteen and was told he’d have to get special training to fit his for one of a limited number of jobs. Huxley beginning to paint his lino cut print with water-colour; he talks about the colours he’s using. He describes the problems with his eyesight but says he’s used to them as his vision has always been the same. For model drawing he needs to be much closer than is normally recommended. Griffith says his way of seeing is normal for him, even though most other people see things differently.