My textiles start with a photo. I draw the figures. Then I remember the event, the feelings, the mood. I create a background which reflects my connection to that.
My process is to embellish dyed scrim onto a linen fabric which might previously have been painted. I use quality vintage linen - I am preserving a precious memory so the materials have to reflect that. I then stitch the figures on top. until now they have been a superimposed line but my current explorations are looking into making those bodies more solid.
Figures
Matthew Karting
Emma dancing on the wii
The Monkey Puzzle Tree
Daddy’s Girl
Faces
Reading and listening to music
Ipads for info
Self portrait
Running
Emma at the Sizewell Parkrun - paint, print, stencil and stitch
Running - Strength, power and speed - Felt figures applied to embellished scrim background with hand stitchery for detail