Contemporary Textile Art
I create textile paintings and sketches made from a rich palette of my hand-dyed fabrics complemented by extensive, textural stitching demonstrating the transformative power of stitch. Abstraction is a persistent and insistent force. Working improvisationally, I capture the essence of my subjects to impart a sense of wonder of the natural world and a strong affinity to place.
Daily walks are a creative habit integral to my studio practice whether I am home or travelling. By closely observing my surroundings, and taking hundreds of photos, I have a bountiful inspiration bank that informs my work. I also embrace the serendipity factor. From the dye pot, to the design wall, to the sewing machine, I am always open to the possibility of a glorious accident.
Brenda Gael Smith
Contemporary Textile Art
PO Box 131, Avoca Beach
NSW 2251 Australia
Tel: +61 412530190
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19 – 21 April 2024 Prague Patchwork Meeting: Brno, Czech Republic
21 November 2023 to 11 May 2024 International Quilt Museum, Lincoln, Nebraska
3 February–21 April 2023 Museum at Inveresk, Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, Launceston, Tasmania
1 April – 30 September 2024 Detroit Zoo, Detroit, Michigan: