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I produce unique pieces of textile art incorporating techniques such as hand embroidery, appliqué, hand dyeing and weaving. I have been an embroiderer since I was six, starting with kits and I have slowly progressed to the work you see today. I have undertaken several commissions, one, an Oriental panel was a year long assignment designed as a privacy screen in the clients gallery. Another unusual and challenging commission was worked in collaboration with an internationally renowned wood sculptor and a contemporary British furniture maker. The techniques I use are very time consuming but the final piece conveys the subtle details and colours found in the subject. Each piece of work has a story behind it, one based on my move from Ireland to Wales, and several on the survival of particular species from around the World. The development of the image of embroidery and pushing forward the boundaries of the discipline are very important to me. Please contact me if you are interested in my work: Telephone: 01792 475307 Address: 50 Fern Street, Cwmbwrla, Swansea, SA5 8BG Email: ruthburbery@ntlworld.com Website: www.ruthburbery.co.uk |
Sample Works:
'Scarlet Macaw'
Natesh and mixed textiles 33" x 26"
'Yellowhammers in Ballycommane'
Cotton and Natesh 21" x 27"
'Embarkation'
Cotton and Natesh 25" x 35"