I have refined the course structure to enable greater productivity. Working with participants in advance of the course to support them in developing and preparing their artwork, all screens are ready to go when they arrive, allowing an extra printing day.

The courses have always been run on an on-demand basis. Taking a maximum of three participants, I try and co-ordinate mutually convenient dates, so welcome enquiries if you think you might like to participate in the future. Please see the ‘Courses’ page to see what previous participants have said about their experience, and get in touch for all the information, booking forms and prices.

Participants working in the studio on a 5-day course

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My contribution to the show is ‘Album’, which explores the idea of a collection of photographs. Inspired by an unexpected gathering and a complex family history, I touch on feelings of absence within an interior. Bleached-out or burnt-in shadows permeate pillowcases that may contain or be empty, with a quite repeating pattern ‘humming’ in the background – perhaps old wallpaper or fabric – alluding to the domestic space. Creating work that was double-sided was new for me – there is no back or front – but the fragmentation and rearrangement of compositions on either side reinforces a sense of shifting change over time.

The 300ft-long roof space at Salt’s Mill is impressive and atmospheric, providing the perfect environment in which to explore and appreciate the amazing array of innovative pieces presented by members in response to the ‘Making as Learning’ brief. The mood changes with the weather, and when the sun is out, the roof lights allow striking shadows to interact with the works.

‘Album'; dyed and screen-printed linen installation at Salt’s Mill

Alongside ‘Album’ is a series of samples that demonstrate the development process as colours are explored and print layer order is refined. It can take time to arrive at something I really like, but they all give valuable information and insight, adding to my printing knowledge.

Series of printed linen samples for ‘Album’ at Salt’s Mill

‘Making as Learning’, Salt’s Mill, in the Victorian industrial village of Saltaire in Shipley, near Bradford, runs from 8th September-3rd November 2024; Wednesday-Sunday 11am-4pm.
https://www.62group.org.uk/exhibitions/making-as-learning/

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I was delighted to show a selection of work in ‘Tangled Up’ at Sunny Bank Mills which ran from 27th April – 30th June 2024.
The show explored how the selected artists often use or reference domestic textiles and/or themes, to explore personal stories.

‘Tangled Up’, Sunny Bank Mills gallery

The Long Years (detail); screen-printed vintage Irish linen

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I am now planning courses for the autumn/winter 2016-17. The next one will take place from 7th-11th November 2016 inclusive; places are still available.

Dye and screen-print your own designs onto fabric and achieve professional results. My courses and workshops continue to be popular with both experienced artists and makers who want some concentrated time to develop their work, as well as those new to print. Small groups of 3 participants allow plenty of individual attention and work space, as I guide you expertly through each stage, creating a supportive and friendly atmosphere.

Courses run throughout the year. Further details
Please contact Joanna for further information, to go on the mailing list or to book a place.

view of the studio

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Dye and screen-print your own designs onto fabric and achieve professional results. Joanna’s courses and workshops continue to be popular with both experienced artists and makers who want some concentrated time to develop their work, as well as those new to print. Small groups of 3 participants allow plenty of individual attention and work space, as Joanna guides you expertly through each stage, creating a supportive and friendly atmosphere.

Due to unforseen circumstances, a last-minute cancellation has meant that there is once again one place available on the next ‘Dyeing and Screen-Printing on Textiles’ course. Runs from Wednesday 30th March – Sunday 3rd April 2016 inclusive.

Courses run throughout the year. Further details
Please contact Joanna for further information, to go on the mailing list or to book a place.

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Consisting of 16 painted and screen-printed linen panels, Resonance measures 194cm x 140cm. It is part of Perpetual Mapping, an ongoing series that explores the theme of ‘plotted routes’ that link place and time. Examining ideas of boundaries, junctions and intersections, where one thing may start, end, or overlap another, the pieces symbolise the internal mapping of thoughts, as well as external paths taken.

‘Converge 2016′ runs until 20th February 2016; 10am-5pm every day.
Other artists shown here, l-r: Mette Fruergaard-Jensen; Julia Gardiner; TERRIBLEm86 and Mark Haddon
Visual Arts Scotland

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Hot off the print table, the new Alphabet range of tea towels is now available by mail order. Reflecting my love of lettering, the script appears in both positive and negative to create a strong graphic statement. Available in 3 bold colours – Raspberry, Cromer Yellow and Blue-Black – Alphabet tea towels are priced at £15 + p&p. They are hand-printed on linen union, measure a generous 55cm x 77cm, and make a great Christmas gift.

Delivery information:
UK: Royal Mail 1st class recorded delivery (up to 750g): £3.95
Other destinations (up to 250g): EU: £4.70 / Rest of World: £6.00
For packages heavier than 250g, price will be calculated at time of ordering

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Over the 5 days, you’ll work with like-minded people and immerse yourself in everything from design development, preparation of artwork for transfer to screens and screen exposure, through to dyeing fabric, mixing pastes, printing, fixing and finishing. All this takes place in Joanna’s large, well-equipped studio in Glasgow, and with just 3 participants you have expert tuition and plenty of print table space.

Please contact Joanna for further information, to go on the mailing list or to book a place.

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