Tag: fibreart

Pollinators

I’m excited to share a new trio of mixed-media pieces inspired by the vital role pollinators play in sustaining Earth’s ecosystems. Each piece begins with my hand-dyed fabrics and evolves through layers of photography, and digital texture — exploring transformation,

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Crimson Madder Corset

My Crimson Madder Corset began to be developed in January 2024 by sewing pieces of madder dyed cotton fabric. I took an online course on Turkey Red oil method, the previous year. https://www.mamiesschoolhouse.com/ I cut up the large dyed cotton

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Shadows and Lighting

Lighting is incredibly important for photographing all types of artwork. In the case of my pleated fabrics, lighting is of utmost concern, as the shadows created by the pleats are an integral part of the final piece! They give the

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World of Threads Exhibition

Recently, I attended the World of Threads exhibition in Oakville, Ontario. This is a fibre arts exhibition showcasing the works of 115 artists from 16 countries. There are an astounding 426 pieces on display. My friend and I visited one

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