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Creative Textiles - Techniques and Experimentation

Learn to express yourself through textiles, a diverse and mindful craft.

I offer classes that explore abstract expression in embroidery, beadwork, embellishments, and patchwork.

We look at the history of folk art and craft as a source of inspiration to create personal textile artworks. In the past, students have made stuffed toys, quilts, wall hanging, clothing and samplers.

All materials will be provided, including vintage fabrics, trimmings, embellishments, threads and tools.

Extra information

All materials are provided, bring any sources of inspiration if you have them.

Location

At teacher's location: Grove Park, London SE5 8LH, UK
At student's location: Around Peckham, United Kingdom

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Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

I am a textile artist who loves to share diverse techniques to empower people to create their own, highly personal textile artworks.

For many years I worked at the V&A as a photographer and catalogue of objects in the Fashion and Textiles department. Here, I developed my knowledge of folk art collections across the world and started to make my own artwork based on these techniques.

I am passionate about colour, texture and creative expression through the medium of textiles and offer exciting lessons suited to anyone with an interest in developing their creative voice and learning textile techniques.

I pride myself on making my lessons accessible and welcoming, bringing enthusiasm and passion to each session.

Education

History BA, University of Sussex, 2010 - 2013
Cultural History, Utrecht University, 2016 - 2017
Foundation in Art and Design, UAL London, 2022
Creative Community Champions, NCON, 2020

Experience / Qualifications

I have experience in tutoring private art lessons aimed at secondary school students with a focus on textiles. I have produced my own self-taught textile work for over 10 years, since I was a teenager.

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