Marcus O’Shaughnessy is a multidisciplinary creative, curator, and music producer whose passion lies in storytelling through visual and sonic expression. He is the founder of Imaginative Reaction CIC, a growing creative platform designed to elevate emerging, outsider, and underrepresented artists through collaboration, curation, and community.

A lifelong friend and documentarian of Nick Fraser, Mark O’Shaughnessy has played an integral role in preserving and championing Fraser’s legacy. With a creative eye and deep compassion, Mark’s early 90s camcorder footage formed the foundation of the Nick Fraser: Chapter 1 exhibition film—edited and brought to life decades later by his son, Marcus. Mark’s artistry lives in his storytelling, lens, and heart.

Nick Fraser (1946–2023) was a visionary outsider artist from East London whose work remained hidden for over three decades. A self-taught painter with a deeply spiritual and expressive style, his legacy lives on through a vast collection, rich in cosmic symbolism, raw emotion, and profound reflection on masculinity, isolation, and connection. His story is the heartbeat of Imaginative Reaction.

BoThai is a soulful musician and sound practitioner whose performances guide audiences through deep, meditative journeys. Her intuitive connection to sound and space has seen her perform at every major Nick Fraser exhibition, including the acclaimed Chapter 1. From grand pianos to ancient instruments like the didgeridoo, BoThai’s artistry channels presence, peace, and emotional clarity.

Ellis King is a contemporary figurative artist whose work delves into the multifaceted experiences of womanhood. Through her evocative portraiture, she explores themes of vulnerability, resilience, and identity, offering a profound reflection on the female experience.

Working under the name Life in Layers, Will Storey crafts stunning 3D woodwork compositions that play with depth, shadow, and symmetry. His intricate layered designs captivate the eye and mind, creating immersive pieces that evolve as you view them. Will’s art celebrates balance, pattern, and the harmony found in carefully constructed forms.

Tom Brazier is a gifted neo-classical composer and multi-instrumentalist whose music offers a moment of stillness in a fast-moving world. Blending classical roots with ambient soundscapes, his emotionally resonant compositions invite introspection, calm, and connection. A valued contributor to the Nick Fraser journey and a rising voice in modern classical music, Tom’s work is as timeless as it is contemporary—crafted with care, clarity, and soul.

Arji Manuelpillai is a London-based poet, performer, and educator whose work sits powerfully at the intersection of spoken word, community engagement, and social commentary. His poetry explores themes of identity, mental health, masculinity, and belonging.

​Milli-Rose Rubin is a multidisciplinary artist whose voice echoes with honesty, resilience, and purpose. As a musician, writer, and creative facilitator, her work fearlessly explores the intersections of mental health, identity, and lived experience. Offering comfort, connection, and challenge in equal measure. 

Blending mandala, Islamic geometry, and organic floral patterns, Zahra’s work flows across canvas and skin. A travelling artist and bridal mendhi specialist, her pieces honour tradition, ritual, and the quiet power of detailed design.