Isabel Hughes
Isabel is a PhD student at the University of Warwick studying ways in which to prevent mosquitoes from spreading malaria. As part of her research, she travelled to Kenya to collect mosquitoes for study. Through painting, printmaking, and mixed media, this exhibition transforms field notes and photographs from the trip into a visual diary. It captures the landscapes, ecology, and communities that shape malaria research. Her work seeks to merge science and art while opening conversations about global health.
Mosquitoes thrive in tropical environments where standing water and rich ecosystems provide ideal habitats. Many of the works in this exhibition explore these landscapes alongside the process of collecting mosquitoes and larvae in the field. However, this exhibition is also a reflection of the people behind the research, the generosity of the local communities who drive the work, and the beauty of the places where this work takes place.
Field Notes celebrates the value of bringing creativity into scientific research and demonstrates how art and science can enrich each other. While malaria remains one of the world’s most significant infectious diseases, this exhibition invites visitors to discover the landscapes and people that exist alongside the research. It is both a scientific record and a personal reflection of seeing the world through the eyes of both a researcher and an artist.
