is an Australian textile artist. Often described as an Artivist she creates feminist, political and other artwork focussing on the human condition and fighting for social change. Her work is unique and powerful. She brings out a very powerful message in each piece. In this picture of one of her pieces there’s a girl andContinue reading “Neroli Henderson”
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Embroidery
What is embroidery? Embroidery is the craft of decorating fabric or other materials using a needle to apply thread. Embroidery may also incorporate other materials such as pearls, beads, quills, and sequins. The history While embroidery is practiced across the world, its origin stems from China and the Near East. Early embroidery can actually beContinue reading “Embroidery”
Black work
Blackwork is a form of embroidery generally using black thread, although other colors are also used on occasion. Sometimes it is counted thread embroidery which is usually stitched on even weave fabric. Traditionally blackwork is stitched in silk thread on white or off-white linen or cotton fabric. Sometimes metallic threads or coloured threads are usedContinue reading “Black work”
2 Contemporary artist that use felt
Mary-Ann Williams Mary is a contemporary artist that uses felt. She mainly does sculptures and wall decor and gets inspired by music and nature, her work is very bold and unique. This is a photo of one of her sculptures, it’s a picture of three stumps with loads of leaf-like objects. The reason this hasContinue reading “2 Contemporary artist that use felt”
the history of embroidery
The history of embroidery Embroidery is the craft of decorating fabric or other materials using a needle to apply thread or yarn. The word embroidery comes from the French word broderie, meaning embellishment. While embroidery is practiced across the world, its origin stems from China. Embroidery can actually be traced back 30,000 B.C. Archeological findsContinue reading “the history of embroidery”
Contemporary Artist Who Use Hand Embroidery In Their Practice.
Debbie Smyth is textile artist most identifiable by her statement thread drawings; these playful yet sophisticated contemporary artworks are created by stretching a network of threads between accurately plotted pins. Her work beautifully blurs the boundaries between fine art drawings and textile art, flat and 3D work, illustration and embroidery, literally lifting the drawn lineContinue reading “Contemporary Artist Who Use Hand Embroidery In Their Practice.”
Darrens class 09/09/2020
Darren is my tutor for Observational drawing. Today he took me and my classmates out to the lake near our college. We were given the task to observe the lake and draw what we see. Our tools were an A1 paper, a drawing board and charcoal. In front of my was the lake, the walkContinue reading “Darrens class 09/09/2020”
Junko Mori Lecture
A lady named Junko Mori was giving a talk in Coleg Menai so we attended the talk and it was quite inspiring. She’s 45 years old but she’s achieved some great accomplishments in her life. She was born in south of Tokyo in a small town and at the age of 10 she started anContinue reading “Junko Mori Lecture”
Cumbria talk
A man by the name of Tony Peart from the university of Cumbria came to speak to my college class. he had a lot of tips and important information to tell us such as: Most universities want you, so it’s actually more important for you to make sure you pick the right university that youContinue reading “Cumbria talk”
Ruthin Trip
I went on a trip with college to the Ruthin crafts centre back in November to prepare for our next 5 weeks of college work. here are some on the piece’s that I liked.
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