Lots of lovely things for sale

Lamps by Penny Evans

 Out of the Fold will be offering lots of work for sale at the 'Monochrome' exhibition at Snape Maltings.

   

Eco printed silk scarves by Heather Black

As well as large wall mounted and 3D textile art exhibited in the main gallery there will be a smaller items for sale. A chance to take home some original and unique pieces for your home or to give as gifts. 

Mounted pieces of textile art all ready to frame, dyed and printed scarves, covered sketchbooks, lamps, needle cases, aprons, bags and lots of handmade cards will be on sale. Payment can be made by card or cash.

Mounted pieces by Mary McIntosh

 

 

Drawing Threads - another chance to see

 

Sarah Boardman 'Drawing Threads'

Out of the Fold exhibited their 'Drawing Threads' series of work at The Guildhall, Bury St Edmunds, in September 2021.

Each piece measures 18" x 48" and each member interpreted the theme very differently with a wide variety of design, surface design, materials and techniques used.

There will be another opportunity to see this series again at the Snape Maltings exhibition, along with new pieces to replace those sold in Bury! 

Dates: Friday 30th Sept - Wed 5th October 2022

Time: 10am - 5pm each day

Venue: Pond Gallery, Snape Maltings, Suffolk IP17 1SP

Monochrome - work by Dee

 

The theme of our exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each member of Out of the Fold intrepreting this theme in their own way.

Dee Nicholson has used Snape Maltings and  surroundings as her inspiration. This is just a small area of one of a series of three pieces of work on this theme.

You can see the whole completed pieces, plus lots of textile at by all twelve members of the group, at our exhibition.

Friday 30th Sept until Wed 5th October 2022

Pond Gallery, Snape Maltings IP17 1SP

CQ Magazine

 Heather has written a short piece about Out of the Fold for the latest edition of Contemporary Quilt Magazine. 

CQ is one of the Quilters' Guild specialist groups and several members of Out of the Fold are active contributors to CQ 

The magazine is an excellent publication and is distributed to all CQ members throughout the UK. We hope to see lots of CQ members at our forthcoming exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th Sept - 5th Oct 2022

https://brittenpearsarts.org/visit-us/snape-maltings/pond-gallery-art-exhibitions/monochrome-out-of-the-fold

Monochrome - work by Sarah

 

The theme of our forthcoming exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each member of Out of the Fold interpreting this theme in their own way.

Sarah Boardman has made a piece titled "Hope in a dark place" taking inspiration from life's journey over the last few years.

These images show only small close-up details. To see the whole thought-provoking and personal piece of work then please come along to the exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th Sept until 5th October 2022

https://brittenpearsarts.org/visit-us/snape-maltings/pond-gallery-art-exhibitions/monochrome-out-of-the-fold

Monochrome - work in progress by Marion

 

The theme of our forthcoming exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each member of Out of the Fold interpreting this theme in their own way.

Marion Baker is creating a three dimensional piece of work using different fabrics and handmade paper dyed with a natural logwood dye. All handstitched. 

To see Marion's completed vessel please come along to the exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th Sept until 5th Oct 2022

https://brittenpearsarts.org/visit-us/snape-maltings/pond-gallery-art-exhibitions/monochrome-out-of-the-fold

Monochrome - work by Heather Evans

 

Heather has done a lot of research into the photographic cyanotype process which was first discovered by Sir John Herschel in 1846. She has tried to manipulate this process to create an abstract impressionistic effect which reflects her style.

For the Out of the Fold 'Monochrome' exhibition Heather has used cyanotype and dyed fabrics to create a series of work. Her inspiration came from the sea and looking at the work of Wilhelmina Barns-Graham, abstract artist (1912 - 2004) and the work of Peter Green, painter and printmaker.

To see all of Heather's work please come along to the exhibition at the Pond Gallery, Snape Maltings IP17 1SP from 30th Sept until 5th October 2022

Monochrome - work in progress by Heather Black

The theme of our forthcoming exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each Out of the Fold member interpreting this theme in their own way. 

Heather Black is working on a piece titled "Achromatopsia" exploring what the world must look like through the eyes of someone who is completely colour blind.

To see the whole piece of work then please come along to the exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th Sept until 5th Oct 2022  

https://brittenpearsarts.org/visit-us/snape-maltings/pond-gallery-art-exhibitions/monochrome-out-of-the-fold

Monochrome - work in progress by Caroline

Caroline is working mostly in a black and white palette using fabrics from her fabulous stash of vintage materials. Watch out for a flash of red for emphasis.

All hand stitched this is a real labour of love.

These small sections are only a tiny fraction of the whole piece. To see Caroline's completed masterpiece then come along to the 'Monochrome' exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th September until 5th October 2022

https://brittenpearsarts.org/visit-us/snape-maltings/pond-gallery-art-exhibitions/monochrome-out-of-the-fold

Monochrome - work by Mary

 

'Monochrome is the theme of the forthcoming exhibition. Each member of Out of the Fold interprets the theme in their own way.

Mary has used this Simplicity dress pattern discovered when clearing out her mother' house as the inspiration for her piece.

Using the actual paper pattern tissue as well as sheer silk, cotton and net fabrics Mary has made a three dimensional piece of work.

To see the finished work please come along to the exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th September until 5th October 2022

Open 10am - 5pm each day

Free Entry

Monochrome - work by Penny

 

The theme of our forthcoming exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each Out of the Fold member interpreting the theme in their own way.

Penny Evans has produced a series of illuminated felted columns inspired by her surroundings in rural Norfolk and her daily dog walks through local woodland. 

The felted vessels incorporate paper and other materials and techniques to capture the essence of the harvested forest.

This images shows only a small detailed close-up. To see the whole installation please visit our exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th September until 5th Ocober 2022

Monochrome - work in progress by Karen

 

The theme of our forthcoming exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each Out of the Fold member interpreting this theme in their own way.

Karen Frost has taken the many circles within our lives -  roundabouts, Olympic Games and wedding rings - as her inspiration.

These small sections show Karen's skill as a machine embroiderer, all worked on silk.

To see the whole piece please come along to our exhibition at Snape Maltings from 30th September until 5th October 2022

Monochrome - work in progress by Daphne

 

The theme of our forthcoming exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each Out of the Fold member interpreting this theme in their own way. 

Daphne Impey is working on a piece which will be hung so the light shines through to show off her choice of sheer fabrics. 

To see the piece as a whole then please come along to the exhibition from 30th September until 5th October 2022

Monochrome - work in progress by Lynette

 

The theme of our forthcoming exhibition is 'Monochrome' with each Out of the Fold member interpreting this theme in their own way.

Here is a glimpse into work in progress by Lynette Domoney. 

This is a small area of a larger piece of work called "Flight" 

To see the whole finished work of art then please visit the exhibition at the Pond Gallery, Snape Maltings from 30th September until 5th October 2022

Dee exhibiting at the Festival of Quilts

 

Dee Nicholson is exhibiting at the Festival of Quilts 2022 as part of the CQ Gallery 'Uncharted' exhibition

Festival of Quilts runs from 18th - 21st August 2022 at NEC Birmingham

Dee's Journal quilts from 2021 are also on show as part of the CQ gallery

See more of Dee's indigo dyed with shibori resist work at the Out of the Fold exhibition at Snape Maltings in September 2022

'Monochrome' exhibition

Friday 30th September until Wed 5th October 2022

10am - 5pm each day

Free Entry

Penny Evans Graduates from Creative Stitch

 

Newest Out of the Fold member Penny Evans displayed her work at the Creative Stitch Graduate Show after completing the Advanced Stitched Textiles course with tutor Mary McIntosh.

Penny chose the design theme of 'Transition' and the resulting body of work resulted in her selection as the winner of the Best Advanced Student award. 

You will be able to see some more of Penny's work at the 'Monochrome' exhibition this autumn at Snape Maltings. We are delighted that Penny has joined Out Of the Fold. 

Penny featured in Fibre Art Now

 Penny Evans is featured in the summer issue of Fibre Art Now. This was a juried selection with textile art from all over the world considered for inclusion. 

The work included in the journal is Penny's fantastic nuno felted costume inspired by the Eri silk moth

 

The costume, alongside lots of other work by Penny Evans, will be shown as part of the 'Monochrome' exhibition at Snape Maltings this September. 

Heather Evans Creative Stitch Graduate

 

Congratulations to Heather Evans who has successfully completed four years of study with Creative Stitch. 

For her Advanced Stitched Textiles course, with tutor Mary McIntosh, Heather has covered a wide range of design, surface design and stitch techniques. 

Heather has experimented widely with the wet cyanotype technique and has developed her own individual style. 

Heather will be exhibiting the whole body of work  at the Graduate Show 2022

Venue: Needham Market Community Centre, School Street, Needham Market IP6 8BB

Date: Sat 23rd and Sunday 24th July 2022 

These images show just a small portion of Heather's final piece. Please come along to the show and see the whole thing. 

Sarah launches her new website

 Out of the Fold member Sarah Boardman is proud to announce that her new website https://www.sbtextileart.co.uk/ is NOW LIVE

Monochrome Exhibition

 

Thanks to Penny for providing the background image and to Dee for her computer design skills to produce the poster for the forthcoming Out of the Fold exhibition.

'Monochrome' will be a complete new body of work produced by all twelve members.

The exhibition will also give visitors the chance to view the 'Drawing Threads' series which was previously exhibited at The Guildhall, Bury St Edmunds in 2021

Introducing new member Penny Evans

 

Penny Evans is the latest member to join Out of the Fold.  
 
Her love of stitch was fostered from a young age having been surrounded by Grandma’s who knitted everything, including her first swimming costume and a Mum who was an accomplished seamstress who through City and Guilds became an exhibiting Textile artist. But it was only after 2017 having given up full-time work that Penny too could immerse herself in her creative interests. 

Penny’s work is very much influenced by her love of Geography – contours, topography and relief feature large.  Raising the surface, texture and bold lines using mixed media, machine and hand stitch are a feature of her work.

 

 

Penny takes inspiration from her local landscape and the seasonal changes on the flora and fauna surrounding her mid-Norfolk home. She loves experimenting and is never happier than combining techniques and materials to create her artworks. 
 

Penny graduates in 2022 after completing the 2-year Advanced Stitch course in Suffolk, having also completed the 2-year Creative Stitch course in 2020. The sillk moth inspired costume, one of Penny’s felted works, will be appearing in ‘Fiber Transformed’ the Summer 2022 issue of Fiber Art Now magazine, following its selection in the juried competition.
 

 

Out of the Fold Snape Maltings Exhibition

 

Drawing Threads by Sarah Boardman

Out of the Fold will exhibit their series 'Drawing Threads' as part of their new series 'Monochrome' at an exhibition at Snape Maltings https://brittenpearsarts.org/visit-us/snape-maltings from Friday 30th September until Wed 5th October 2022

New member Heather Evans

We are delighted to welcome Heather Evans as a member of Out of the Fold.

Heather says:

I have had an interest in art, photography and being creative for a long time. 

Over the past four years  I have focused my creativity into textile art, having completed the Creative Stitched Textiles course followed by the Advanced Stitched Textiles course.

Mixed media cushion
inspired by Autumn sunlight on a riverbed

As a student I have found much of my work is based in the natural world and enjoy the process developing my own style and experimenting with different mediums.

Madder dyed scarf with pulled thread work
Inspired by the cobbles of a Norwich street

Having now joined the Out of the Fold, I would like to develop an individual style and look forward  to the challenge of creating exhibition pieces.

Out of the Fold at QG Conference 2022

 

Out of the Fold will have a small exhibition of work at the Quilters' Guild annual conference 2022 which this year will be held at Wherstead Park near Ipswich

Dates 1st - 3rd April 2022

https://www.quiltersguild.org.uk/

Out of the Fold member Mary McIntosh was commissioned by the quilt to create a piece of work inspired by the Sutton Hoo mask to be used as the image of the conference. 

Mary will also be teaching this technique as a workshop