‘The Inspirational Icons Series’ - Meredith Jackson

These tondos were inspired by the jigsaw designs of my late father Barry Evans. 

I renewed my love of jigsaws, like many people,  during the first Covid lockdown almost two years ago, and found myself happily piecing together my father’s jigsaw puzzles.

I began to wonder what subject I would bring to a jigsaw design, and as with much of my art I settled on the concept of people of note who don’t often get portrayed nearly as often as they deserve. Hence the depictions of cultural icons, many of whom are underrepresented in mainstream art and culture.

Representation creates awareness and awareness is powerful and educational.

The resulting educational jigsaw puzzles are also available as an affordable and contemplative pastime.

Dr.Meredith Jackson