In Greek mythology Artemis is
depicted as compassionate, healing, self-sufficient and living life on her own
terms. Artemis also gave others courage and leant them her strength. I have
looked for women that have inspired and influenced change in the lives of other
women. In my quilt design I’ve included the names of women
from history and the present.
One of the women I chose to include
in my quilt was Constance Howard (1910-2000). Some years ago I was invited to
join a group from the Romford branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild on a trip to
Goldsmiths College they were spending the day at the Constance Howard Resource
Centre. I was new to the world of Embroidery and Textiles and had no idea who
Constance Howard was or how important her influence was on contemporary
embroidery. The memory of the visit has stayed with me - Constance Howard and her work has influenced me ever since. Never
being fortunate enough to meet or hear her
speak, I have spoken to some who did (some even lucky enough to be tutored by her),
and they speak of the inspiration she gave them. She is included in my quilt to
represent the textile artists and tutors that have influenced me in my short
time as a ‘textile artist’.
A friend of mine owned a house in Warley, Elizabeth Fry used to live there. A lovely idea for your work.
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