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Mixed Media Drawing

BA(Hons) Embroidery 2:1
Foundation art and design, Distinction.

My work examines the reality of the human condition. I aim to catch the character of my model as seen through my emotions, encapsulating a specific moment in time. Working instinctively I use a variety of materials that are available to me. Using a combination of new and found materials I create mixed media drawings. My drawing gives the surfaces a function beyond their initial intended purpose. I give their history a significance. Through combining hand stitch processes in the work I assess the relationship between drawn and stitch marks. Drawing is my passion without it my work would not exist.

Being trained in embroidery I have sort to use traditional techniques in a contemporary way. I use traditional techniques with unconventional materials. I use hand stitch as a way to manipulate my model. The stitch has the power to restrict and control. In combining the traditionally female craft of embroidery with masculine materials I assess the representation of the female in a male dominated society, while also assessing my own existence as a female.

Alongside my drawing I keep a collection of sketchbooks where I experiment with new techniques and media. Through experimenting in this way I develop work based on surface qualities, experimentation and ideas. My experimentation is the foundation of my work and is the start of many of my ideas.

Dukes, Castlefield, Manchester, Aug - Sept 2006

Artlink, Stockport Art Gallery, Cheshire, Sept-Nov 2005.

Stockport Open exhibition, Stockport Art Gallery, Cheshire, July-Sept 2005.

Manchester Metropolitan University open studios, June 2005.