Talking Textures

In this exhibition each member will be investigating and exploiting the theme of texture through a range of textile based approaches, techniques and materials, some conventional, others far more unexpected and experimental. Textiles is a very tactile and physically engaging medium, we pull, roll, stitch and punch to manipulate fibres and fabrics. Working with textures is an integral part of the process. Each fleece, fibre or fabric feels different and reacts differently when used, each has its own character, potential and limitations. We build new surfaces, applying layers, stitching, felting, cutting through, even deconstructing. Each process creating new textures and unique pieces of artwork.

The Wytchwood Gallery

The gallery will be closing its doors at the end of August, as owner Alison Spaven is moving her studio and business to Malton. Keep an eye out for more news on her facebook page and website 

Exhibitions

In the meantime, Alison can be found at the Embracing Wool event at Scampston Walled Garden 17-21st of August and at Helmsley Walled Garden 3-9th September for her solo show - The Garden - where she will be showcasing a new collection of work

Lunch by the Lake

Member Nicola Harper is delighted that Lunch by the Lake has been accepted for The Art in the Park exhibition at Rowntree Park, York this summer. It will be printed onto A2 board and displayed on the railings within the park.

Seven Sisters

Nicola's artwork Seven Sisters is currently part of the summer exhibition "Our Changing World" at the D31 Gallery, Doncaster. The exhibition is running until 31st August.

Hole 15  Narrows Prestwick Golf Club

This recently commissioned piece is now with its new owner; a keen golfer.

Art in the Pen

Member Galina Titova is taking part in one of the major art events in the north of England. Art in the Pen is held in Skipton on 13th &14th August where more than 200 artists are showing their work. Galina is exhibiting felted sculptures and eco- printed silk items. She can be found in pen #128

InSpiral Exhibition

Member Angela Anning is working on two pieces using silk margilan from Uzbek felted with very fine merino wool and assorted fine silks. These nuno felting combinations produce subtle and interesting surface textures. The first piece is called The Fall and has free hanging Autumn silhouette leaves to add movement. The second will be a Winter Waterfall using similar techniques. Both pieces will be submitted for our annual Exhibition and Pop up Shop in October

Talking Textures Exhibition

Member Jane Claire Wilson is creating a series of new artwork for the forthcoming exhibition at The Station in Richmond. She is using a limited colour palette in order to concentrate on textures. Jane is working with vintage fabrics, threads and buttons.

The SCAF Emerging Artist Award

Jane has been selected as a finalist for the award after creating a textile sculpture inspired by the theme of "Synergy". The intent of the award is to bring recognition and awareness to outstanding visual artists in the region who are at the early stages of their career.

Collaborative Art Work

Member Alison Spaven has added to and further developed our joint piece of textile art. Each member will add something new to create a truly collaborative piece of artwork to be displayed at our Annual Exhibition in October.