Mette Roche – Grange Art Studio

How to transform ordinary fabric from plain to “wow”?

To breath fresh energy into syntetic fabric and textile; second hand cloths, recycled  lace curtains, old embroidery and lace; and by incorporating salvaged old objects like jewellery,  tiny mirrors and shells.

To build depth and character into the piece of fabric by using manipulation techniques involving ; layering, dissolving or distorting – softening, fusing and bonding – by using heat.

To develop interesting patterns and unique surfaces on or with the fabric and objects and create 3-D works of art.

The textile art I have made to date reflects my experiences, interests and personality. They have been inspired by my interest in nature, my many long walks along the sea shore or in the mountains and many hours spent working in and enjoying the garden.

I usually start with an idea of what I want to create and choose pieces of textile which reflects in some way to the image I have in mind.

The heat manipulation of the layers of fabric can reveal surprising discoveries and as the work evolves, it leads to other variations, different elements gets exaggerated, altered or added and expose new aspects of the original inspiration.

Depending on what type of fabric used, the layering, colours, embroidery or lace may encourage new ways of thinking about the piece of work.

Often the imagery may become more and more abstract but I always try to retain the essence of the original inspiration.
The addition of a new media like a small mirror or a pearl will often create a further new image.

It becomes my personal interpretation.

The fact that the art work is layered, fused and moulded by heat increases the stability and longevity of the work.

CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION UPDATE

The exhibition was, AGAIN, a great success. Members of the local traditional music groupe played at the opening, members of the local choir sang carols while the Christmas lights were turned on in the main squar outside the School doors. the athmosphere were great.

Approx 170 paintings was exhibited and 40 was sold.Exhibits from the childrens art group/course are impoving every year and were very impressive.
10% of the sale will go to the organising commetee to cover the cost of next years exhibition. Looking forward to it allready.

Thank you everyone who helped and worked very hard to make it another success.

The annual Christmas Exhibition at The Old National School in Dunboyne, Co. Meath will be taking place on the 9th and 10th December 2006.

Many local artists and art groups will exhibit new and original works at affordable prices.

Mulled Wine will be served at the opening night – 6 – 10 pm Saturday 9th December.

Looking forward to see you there!!!!

I was featued in the Irish Times last weekend

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