Artist Statement
Stepping out of my house and into the streets of Mildura, the nature
strips and plants that adorn the centre of the roads are predominantly
eucalypts of various species. This move by the council over many
years is strategic in merging the City with the majestic red gums of the
riverfront, which give Mildura its unique environment. How can this be
transformed into Art?
I use the bark and leaves of eucalyptus to give colour and imprints to
my textile works. A process that I call Eco-Alchemy, reflecting the
natural environment.
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| Natural plant dyed scarves |
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| Installation view, hand-felted silk and wool jacket |
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| Eucalypt on linen |
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| Silk Forest Installation View |
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| Materials for dying of fabrics and prints |
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| Detail from Silk Forest 1-9 |
