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SUMMARY:Toni Buckby - Zoom Talk - History of Blackwork
DESCRIPTION: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 household textiles\, it shifted in style and method over the hundred years of its popularity. Today\, only a handful of fragile examples survive. Those that remain are in various stages of disintegration\, due to the iron-based fixatives once used in black dye. Because of this\, portraits from the period provide some of the richest records of Blackwork embroidery in use. This talk will trace the stylistic development and application of blackwork through these surviving examples and portrait evidence. \n \nAbout Toni \nToni Buckby is a Sheffield-based artist working with traditional textile techniques\, experimental digital technologies\, and collaborative making. Her practice explores the value of labour\, the visibility of authorship\, and how practical knowledge is created and shared. \nSpecialising in fine hand embroidery\, Toni is currently undertaking a PhD with Sheffield Hallam University and the Victoria & Albert Museum. Her research uses contemporary art practice to investigate\, reconstruct\, and interpret fragile and little-seen examples of historic Blackwork embroidery. \nWebsite: https://tonibuckby.com \nhttps://blackworkembroidery.org \nThe talk is free to members of Textile Explorers
URL:https://texgroup.org.uk/event/toni-buckby-zoom-talk-history-of-blackwork/
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SUMMARY:Justine Warner - Talk - “An artists journey”
DESCRIPTION: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 at opportunities\, skills and methods along the way. \nAbout Justine \nJustine Warner is a textile and mixed media landscape artist whose work is inspired by the moorlands\, seascapes\, and woodlands of northern England. Working with recycled fabrics\, experimental textiles\, and stitch\, she creates richly layered pieces with a distinctive painterly quality. Her practice blends texture\, colour\, and mark-making to evoke atmosphere and memory in the landscape. Alongside exhibiting her work\, Justine also shares her knowledge through teaching and workshops\, encouraging others to explore innovative textile techniques. Her art reflects a deep connection to place\, transforming familiar natural scenes into expressive\, tactile compositions. \nWebsite – https://www.justinewarnerartist.com/ \nThe talk is free to members of Textile Explorers
URL:https://texgroup.org.uk/event/justine-warner-talk-an-artists-journey/
LOCATION:Marthall Village Hall\, The Hall at Marthall\, Sandlebridge Lane\, Knutsford\, WA16 7SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Justine Warner - 2 Day Workshop - Woodland in Recycled Fabrics
DESCRIPTION:Participants will spend two days learning new techniques including blending and layering of different recycled fabrics to make the artwork look “painterly”. They will create a woodland picture based on a season of either autumn\, summer or spring which will be rich in texture and vibrancy. Each technique will be demonstrated as well as individual support. \n \nThe aim will be to have a completed woodland piece by the end of the two days that can be embellished at home. \nMaterials required – \n\nSewing machine with drop feed dog facility or other (cover) way to use free machine embroidery foot.\nOwn free machine embroidery foot.\nSpare needles (no specific sort)\nBobbins\nExtension Lead\nThreads of participants choice of season. You will be given a choice to compete a spring\, summer of autumn woodland scene. Choose colours that match this. Plus dark navy blue (full reel preferred).\nFabric Scissors\nPaper scissors\nPins\n30 cm ruler\nPencil\nNotebook if you wish to take notes during demo.\n\n*Please note we will begin with straight stitch so please do not put your FME foot on for the start of the first day. \nAbout Justine \nJustine Warner is a textile and mixed media landscape artist whose work is inspired by the moorlands\, seascapes\, and woodlands of northern England. Working with recycled fabrics\, experimental textiles\, and stitch\, she creates richly layered pieces with a distinctive painterly quality. Her practice blends texture\, colour\, and mark-making to evoke atmosphere and memory in the landscape. Alongside exhibiting her work\, Justine also shares her knowledge through teaching and workshops\, encouraging others to explore innovative textile techniques. Her art reflects a deep connection to place\, transforming familiar natural scenes into expressive\, tactile compositions. \nWebsite – https://www.justinewarnerartist.com/ \nPlease bring your own lunch.  There will be tea / coffee and biscuits provided. \nNB.  All electrical equipment you bring to the workshop\, MUST have a current PAT certificate. PAT testing will be available for equipment on the first day (17th Sept)  \n\nBooking Terms and Conditions:\nThe fee is non-refundable if you cancel (unless another person can take your place.)\nWe occasionally have a waiting list for a workshop and if that is the case your place would be offered to the next person on the list. If there isn’t a waiting list then you might know someone who could take your place. \nWith this in mind\, please let Bookings know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend.\nBookings queries please email bookings@texgroup.org.uk
URL:https://texgroup.org.uk/event/justine-warner-2-day-workshop-woodland-in-recycled-fabrics/
LOCATION:Siddington Village Hall\, Congleton Rd\, Siddington\, SK11 9JR\, United Kingdom
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