Member detail:
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Name: |
Wilkinson, Jenny |
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Category: |
Weaving |
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Short Description: |
Hand-woven rugs and other textiles using natural dyes and fibres |
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Description: |
I make hand-woven rugs, and other textiles using natural dyes and fibres. My cornerstone is a living connection with land and landscape. This theme runs from keeping sheep for natural colour wool, working on landscape/habitat conservation, harvesting plants for dyeing, to weaving. My choice is for hand and foot power, and making a positive environmental contribution is essential. In my work process ideas emerge and are embedded, through an internal conversation between my inner world and life as lived. Thus, design and meaning come from everyday life, and rugs are floor coverings. We walk over them mostly unaware of the personal, historical and cultural meanings embodied in them, as we walk on the surface of the earth, and on soil which carries so much life. My rugs are made for use. I like the idea that much is contained in something underfoot. Commission enquiries through the Devon Guild are welcome. |
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Website: |
www.craftsgallerygriffinsyard.co.uk |
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Email: |
jenny@craftsgallerygriffinsyard.co.uk |
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