Abstract Autumn | Textile Art
AUTUMN is my favourite of the seasons, rich in colour, pattern, texture and form. I am instantly transported back to childhood, running through a thick
AUTUMN is my favourite of the seasons, rich in colour, pattern, texture and form. I am instantly transported back to childhood, running through a thick
Using Language in Textile Art is a powerful tool indeed. Embroidered text allows you to capture the essence of a subject, providing an emotional layering,
Welcome to Manbroidery, a series of interviews with men who stitch. This time we interview Walter Bruno Brix who plays with textile illustration to explore history and identity.
As we venture out of lock down and return to our beaches I am transported back to South Shields, a childhood spent collecting treasures, hunting
The Essence of Summertime can be captured on many levels. Intensity of heat is established through colour and texture. A dazzling light in a scattering
ABSTRACT FLOWER DESIGN is a favourite of mine because it is such a versatile subject in terms of colour, shape, pattern, texture and embellishment, creating a
Social Distancing Stitch …Smokes and Mirrors A little over two months ago I was exhibiting with Art Textiles Made in Britain in Japan in the
NOSTALGIC POETRY IN TEXTILE ART Using nostalgic poetry or descriptive language in textile art provides an emotional layering to which the viewer can relate. Examples from
Capturing the essence of a season can be achieved in a number of ways. In this month’s column we will look at building a
Using Wool To Embellish Textile Art In it’s natural form fleece is coarse and dense with an oily texture. The flower heads in ‘Abstract Flower
I use a wide range of beads and sequins to enhance my textiles. A flat design can become enriched with light, changing throughout the
Religion has inspired artists throughout time such as Blake, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Raphael, Rubens. My favourite artwork is ‘The Annunciation’ by Fra Angelica. Capturing light in