In a world where on-screen representation still lags behind lived reality, Channel 4’s latest crime drama, Patience, is making strides to bridge the gap. The gritty psychological thriller introduces audiences to Patience Evans, a brilliant but socially misunderstood investigator, played by the fiercely talented Ella Maisy Purvis

Original Magazine x Mei Pang: “I have always been in the arts. I originally went to art university for traditional drawing and painting with a minor in screen printing. Realised that I am a very mid painter, I knew I couldn’t make the big bucks in traditional canvas painting. Took a break from that, reset myself, worked for the government for a little bit…”

Original Magazine x Charlotte Roberts:
“I’ve always wanted to remain mysterious in all aspects (even in real life), so it doesn’t come naturally to me to share much of myself on social media. I try to share things that people can connect with—whether that be art, food, or information.”

This summer, Post-punk icons The Cure, are to headline the Isle of Wight Festival. Original Magazine attended an evening at London’s Iconic Images Gallery, exhibiting photographs of the band and other musical paragons,