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From
inspiration to image
This lecture follows the process of the development of my ideas, through
to the designing and making of my finished quilts. See the images which
inspire me and follow my work in progress, as I describe the design
processes and construction techniques I use in my quilts.
Quilt masterclass: exploring the creative process
In 1996 I taught a masterclass in England, where the participants
worked from an identical photograph, yet produced very different
interpretations. We are all individuals, with our own way of seeing the
world. Whether we are traditional or contemporary quiltmakers, it is
possible to make our quilts a means of personal expression. This lecture
will help you to understand how to achieve this, whilst you enjoy a
slide ‘show and tell’ of the different quilts and the ideas which
inspired each one, followed by a description of the thought processes
involved when I subsequently designed and made my own quilt from that
same photograph.
Ingenuity born of necessity - a common thread
The practice of making-do is a common thread which crosses cultural
boundaries. The sashiko stitching of the common folk of Japan’s rural
past, the utilitarian wagga quilts of early Australia, the domestic
textiles of the ethnic minorities still living traditional lives in
Vietnam, all display the same honest beauty and ingenuity born of
necessity. The work ethic which led to their creation also permeates my
family heritage. The strong empathy I feel for these textiles has led me
to make a series of patched and quilted works, using old Japanese
fabrics. Join me as I relive my journeys in Japan, Vietnam and
Australia, researching and collecting textiles and creating my own work
in response.
Piecing the fragments together
In this lecture. I discuss the various influences which have led to
my development as a quiltmaker, sharing insights into my motivation,
working methods, and aspirations.
Journey of a lifetime
A light hearted look at my journey as a quiltmaker, and the
adventure my life has been since I first became ‘hooked’ – an
ongoing voyage of discovery
The development of contemporary quiltmaking in Australia
A look at the people and events that have influenced the development
of Australian contemporary quiltmaking.
All lectures are slide lectures and last approx 1 hour
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