Congratulations to mixed media artist Sarah Gwyer whose 3D cross stitched sculpture is shortlisted in the 2018 Columbia Threadneedle Prize: Figurative Art Today competition. The Columbia Threadneedle Prize is Europe’s leading open competition for figurative and representational art and, at £20,000 is one of the most valuable art prizes in the United…
The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge – Jane Sanders
Jane Sanders, aka Stitchin In The Kitchen, is a textile artist from Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK. “I depict iconic music stars, ranging from Billie Holliday to Rag n Bone Man. I create the pictures on a basic 1960’s Singer Sewing machine, in my kitchen, surrounded by clutter, kids and a greyhound. “I…
Pretty fly for a 3-D sculpture
There’s a handwork technique embraced by men and women all over the world that is flying high right now. Using needlework threads and craft supplies to make minuscule sculptures, it’s as popular as I’ve ever seen. I’m talking about fly fishing lures. You may think they are simply sporting goods,…