Louise Wells, When all is possible, 2023 textile. Photo courtesy of the artist.
MJAC | VERANDA STUDIO
STITCHED & BOUND
The Veranda Studio turns into a hub of textile joy when ten of the stitched & bound artists open their arts practice to visitors. Dividing the residency in blocks of time inviting visitors to come back again and again to meet different artists, watch their techniques up close, learn a few tricks and contribute to community projects through stitch.
Thanks to the generous support of Handcrafters House Midland who have kindly loaned 3 sewing machines, visitors are welcomed to Sit and Sew, try quilting and various sewing techniques during the artists residencies.
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS
Anne Williams, Jan Rowe, Janine Judge, Julie Devereux, Kerry Moore, Louise Wells, Marilyn Clark-Murphy, Martien van Zuilen, Nadja Sevic, Susan Sheath
30 April – 13 May - Susan Sheath and Marilyn Clark-Murphy
During their residency Susan and Marilyn welcome visitors to drop into the MJAC Veranda Studio to view their artworks, discuss quilting practice and take part in Sit and Sew sessions. WAQA textile artists record their stories and deliver works for the stitched and bound exhibition.
14 – 26 May - Jan Rowe and Kerry Moore
During their residency, in addition to the Sit and Sew sessions, Jan and Kerry have created drop-in activities for adults and children to try their hand at applique, collaging and 3D textile work. Pop in a create a communal Swan, clown, fish or simply look through the many quilted and handsewn books on display.
28 May - 2 June - Nadja Sevic
4 - 16 June - Janine Judge
During her residency Janine welcomes visitors to view her artworks, discuss quilting practice and take part in Sit and Sew sessions.
“I love to explore the amazing world we live in and find inspiration everywhere, from breathtaking landscapes to intricate life forms. I translate these experiences using fabric and thread into vibrant works of art. I start by creating a sun dyed background. Then, through fabric collages, I outline the main designs. The real magic happens with thread painting – freehand machine embroidery. Adding intricate details that breathe energy and vitality into my creations bring them to life.”
18 - 30 June -Louise Wells, Julie Devereux and Anne Williams
During their residency Louise, Julie and Anne welcome visitors to drop in for morning of simple stitching and take part in a communal project, #RoadtoyorkWA Community Stitch Project. Participants are invited to stop, slow down, reflect and share experiences of York as they create a small hand-stitched work. Each artwork will become part of a mass display as part of Louise’s exhibition Visible Traces at Pantechnica Gallery in August 2024. All materials provided. All skill levels welcome.
Their residency focuses on the act of simple stitching and its importance to friendship, connection, and wellbeing. Anne will continue her exploration of the plant world through drawing, dyeing, stitching and basketry forms. Julie will continue to work on exploring family history and stories, as these influence her work. Louise will be stitching her way towards her exhibition in York in August 2024. The space will become a hub for visitors to stop, slow down, reflect and share, while they sit and stitch alongside the artists and chat over a cuppa.
2 - 14 July - Martien van Zuilen
During her residency Martien will further investigate the material connections of wool fibres, handmade paper, embossing, and stitch. Visitors are invited to join her in a collaborative community project to foster immersive engagement.
