Peacetime reflects Caister’s profound interest in the intricacies of human nature. Each portrait is a testament to her gentle and compassionate gaze, offering a therapeutic space where the dualities of human existence are observed without judgment. Much like a therapy session or confessional, these sittings provide a moment of reflection and understanding, resulting in works that are both emotionally resonant and profoundly human.

Set against domestic backdrops, the portraits in Peacetime reveal subtle motifs that signify the quiet disorder of everyday life – a creased shirt, a crumpled towel, an abundance of cushions. These elements hint at the cyclical habits and inevitable behaviours that characterise our existence, creating a temporary space of peace and acceptance.