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Thank you for visiting my web site. A little bit about me........ As a qualified Textile teacher I have taught many aspects of creative textiles. The most frequently asked question is, “Where do you get your ideas from?” I simply say “by looking around me”. I am fascinated by wonderful patterns, depth of colour and the complexities of shape and form in everything that surrounds us. The most mundane objects can create inspiration for my work. Looking beyond the derelict buildings, crumbled walls with moss and rusty railings, rich colours, shapes and textures emerge, which can be the starting point for many pieces of work. Patterns on buildings new and old, shapes on doors, the colours of objects after years of weathering are often not appreciated for their hidden beauty or just not noticed. In my work I try to highlight through multimedia material the beauty of all that surrounds us, whether it be an instant attraction or the surface has to be scratched. Media such as clay, cloth, paper and photographs linked together through stitch create artwork that captures memories of a special place or meaning. Working with interior designers and their design brief, I have created large pieces of artwork that make a bold statement in a room, business place, hotel or restaurant. Commissions have involved creating art work for designated spaces incorporating the colour scheme of the surroundings. Currently I am designing bright bold and funky designs for ceramic mugs and fabric. |