Jo Hummel's work is distinguished by a painted and paper surface, upon which she employs spontaneous variations of space, colour, and form. Reductionism underpins her work, particularly evident in symbols, symmetry, and repetition. Colour assumes a pivotal role in Hummel’s work, valued both for its subjective sensory impact and its psychologically transcending qualities. Based on the Isle of Wight, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, Hummel has recently ventured into exploring natural dyes using wild plants and pigments, found along the coastline near her studio. Driven by the need to address ecological concerns, as well as venturing deeper into her interest in panpsychism, the belief that consciousness is not just restricted to the mind but a fundamental and ubiquitous feature of the universe. Speaking about the making of the work, Hummel describes her chosen material (paper) as domestic and ephemeral, an everyday surface manipulated with urgency using household tools such as scissors and knives. The nature of collage is that each work is in constant flux. Working within the dependable environment of ritualistic systems and repetition, Hummel explores the unpredictable nature of spontaneity, each piece serving as a passage into the realm of subjective experience. Hummel’s sculptural painting, which is often not limited to the canvas, evoke a sense of tranquility and introspection, inviting the viewer to contemplate the mysterious nature of consciousness.