Artwork for Mary Clayburn
The centre cannot hold
Looking west
Three glass bowls
Details
Email:
Telephone:
01684 540486
How would you describe the work you do and why?:
I am a multimedia artist working across the range of materials from traditional to natural such as dried flowers. . I studied textiles at Sheffield, when on to teach before working at a craft pottery. I find inspiration in the world around me and get satisfaction from upcycling materials.
For you what does being an artist mean?:
Being an artist means seeing inspiration in the smallest flower and the concrete jungle and the wonder of everyday things.
Your practice & activities include e.g workshops, teaching:
I taught textiles before a career change and have since run the occasional workshop.
CV & Education, relevant & leading to your artistic practice:
I studied textiles for 3 years and covered a range of skills including sowing, weaving, printing, dying and collage.
Exhibitions in the last 3 years:
H-art 2023, 2022
