The Art of Childsplay

My collection is currently on display in the main gallery of New Brewery Arts, Cirencester, in an exhibition called The Art of Childsplay.

"This show investigates the work of contemporary artists and makers who create pieces which show ‘playfulness’ or have a ‘childlike’ quality. All the exhibitors are inspired by play, respond to children’s stories, refer to childhood memories or make work with children in mind. The exhibition will present a stimulating world for all to enjoy."

The other work on show includes a range of Donna Wilson's knitted creatures, and Samantha Bryan's wonderful Victorian gadgetry inspired Fairies.

Here are some photos of my work in the exhibition...

Exciting things to come!

The Bath Spa University stand had a very exciting and successful time at New Designers, London. Well done to Hettie who won the Graham and Brown Prize - amazing!

The needle-felted characters had a great time as well...one was sold, others commissioned, and some fantastic invitations to upcoming exhibitions (more news of these to come)

I have been featured in a website which is a companion website for the book Visual Research Methods in Fashion by Julia Gaimster. Some images of my drawing and finished sculptures can be found in Chapter 4 of the Image Gallery. Here is the link: Visual Research Methods in Fashion

New Designers

Next week I am taking my collection of needle-felted characters to New Designers, London with Bath Spa University. You can now view my portfolio on Artsthread as well.

The Show

The Bath Spa Degree Show is over now but here are some images of my space. It was exciting and really rewarding to exhibit the work that has developed over the last three years of my degree. Thanks to everyone who visited, and for all the positive and useful comments I received! The needle-felted gang are off to New Designers next...hope to see you there.

(Thanks to my Uncle for the first two of these images!)

Textile Design at Bath Spa Degree Show

Bath Spa Degree Show is opening this Friday...

http://artbathspa.com/

Come and see the Textile Design department on the top floor!

http://bsu-textiles.com/