The exhibition of brand new work will open at The Penwith Gallery on 26th September – 25th October 2025.

At the heart of Wishes on the Wind lies a sacred act of remembrance and hope – prayers whispered into the wind, tokens tied to ancient trees, and the golden thread that binds together love, loss, and healing. Inspired by the Cloutie Trees near the sacred wells at Madron and Sancreed in Cornwall, this exhibition reflects the quiet ritual of leaving behind a piece of cloth or a whispered wish – offerings for those who have passed and affirmations for those still held close.

Stephanie Sandercock’s new paintings embrace the cracks and imperfections of life, honouring them not as flaws, but as pathways to deeper understanding. The veins of 24ct gold running through each piece symbolize endurance and grace, illuminating the spaces where life has fractured. Muscovite mica is scattered like jewels in some of the work, shimmering like sunlight on the sacred well, or a glint of sunlight through weathered fabric.