by Daisy Cameron-Eveleigh | 20 Nov, 2021 | Designers & Makers, In Print, Out & about in Herefordshire & beyond
If you are coming afresh to the work of visual artist Mark Hearld, it can be said that he is something of a polymath. Taking inspiration from nature, and with a collector’s encyclopaedic knowledge of British antiques, art and design, Mark’s energy and joy...
by Kathleen Murphy | 19 May, 2021 | Designers & Makers, Out & about in Herefordshire & beyond
Each morning as I unfurl into the day I am gently eased into this task by a large cup of tea in a handthrown mug made by Devon-based potter, Russell Kingston. Those first few sips always make me pause, my fingers tracing the wheel thrown grooves and...
by claredelatorre | 6 May, 2011 | Designers & Makers, Fabric & Textiles, Out & about in Herefordshire & beyond
Following the earlier post about Merchant and Mills, we’d like to introduce another local artist, Michael Birch. A textile artist, Michael prints the most eclectic designs on beautiful chiffon and silk fabrics. As you can see, he is something of a magpie,...
by claredelatorre | 17 Jan, 2011 | Designers & Makers, Out & about in Herefordshire & beyond
We mentioned Emily Sutton’s printed design, Old Curiosity Shop, in an earlier posting, signing off with a promise to make a sample curtain for the Showroom in the New Year. Miracle of miracles the curtain is now hanging in the “Old” Tinsmiths and we...
by claredelatorre | 6 Dec, 2010 | Designers & Makers, Fabric & Textiles, Out & about in Herefordshire & beyond
A triumph of a fabric from St.Judes by artist Emily Sutton arrived today just as a delivery of “Ink” Irish Linen appeared. The pair are perfect bedfellows. Emily’s design clearly has its roots in illustration but what a fabulous design for roman or...
by claredelatorre | 12 Nov, 2010 | Designers & Makers, Out & about in Herefordshire & beyond
It is sometimes difficult to imagine how bold printed textiles will work in a given application – as curtains, blinds or covers. A local customer has recently made some inspired choices and kindly allowed me to photograph them in situ. Here are just a couple of...
