Talks

Blackwork embroidery, with its striking black silk thread on white linen, was one of the most fashionable techniques of the 16th and early 17th centuries. Found on intimate garments and …

Toni Buckby – Zoom Talk – History of Blackwork Read More »

From humble beginnings entering the village show to an appearance as a contestant on Landscape Artist of the Year. I will give examples and discuss my journey to date. Looking …

Justine Warner – Talk – “An artists journey” Read More »

In this online talk Jennifer will talk you through her route to practice, from graduating with a degree in Textiles in 1999, her transition from textiles to paper, through to …

Jennifer Collier – Zoom Talk – ‘The Art of Paper and Stitch’ Read More »

Despite stitching since I was a child, it was only after I gave up work that I discovered what I really wanted to do was work with textiles in some …

Jane Fairweather – Talk – “It’s never too late but don’t give up your day job!” Read More »

Hand embroidered text forms the foundation of all Catherine’s work. Using cotton cloth, vintage Sylko threads and traditional embroidery techniques she documents memories and Lancashire's social history. Catherine composes the …

Catherine Hill – Talk – A Way with Words Read More »

It's all about the Lines and Wrinkles!.... How I got here and my work. Plus, a demonstration of my rust dyeing process. About Deb Deb Cooper is a Mixed Media …

Deb Cooper – Zoom Talk – “Lines and Wrinkles and a Little Bit Rusty” Read More »

Illustrated talk about my textile adventures from my degree up to the present day About Corinne Corinne Young is an embroiderer specialising in freehand machine embroidery. She makes 3d botanical …

Corinne Young – Zoom Talk – My textile journey Read More »

An introductory talk by Janice - sharing her work and approach to teaching. About Janice Janice Botterill is an artist, writer and tutor. She uses the techniques and processes of …

Janice Bottrill – Zoom Talk – ‘Slow, Quiet Work’ Read More »

Join me for an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at my evolution as a textile artist. In this talk, I’ll share the stories, inspirations, and exact processes that bring my stitched collages …

Anne Brooke – Talk – #4theloveofstitch an obsession and an accident Read More »

A vibrantly illustrated talk visiting two regions of textile excellence. Locked in the foothills of the mighty Himalaya, The Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan is a nation of stunning landscapes, colourful …

Sue Lawty – Zoom Talk – Textile Travels in India & Bhutan Read More »

The development of my work (subjects and techniques) from 2000 to the present day. Bringing lots of examples of work with me to display. About Jo Art teacher for 40 …

Jo Beattie – Talk – Reflections on My Work Read More »

Textiles and clothing are representative of the economy, society, and each of us personally. I will discuss my textile background,16 years as a textile lecturer, love of embroidery and embellishment …

Rachel Davies – Talk – “How Textiles Tell Stories” Read More »