Japan: Cherry Blossoms and Butterflies

Materials: Vintage Japanese Obi fabrics, papers, art deco buttons, collected Japanese objects (money, pin dish, beads, obi ornament), silk threads.

Techniques: Stumpwork, Goldwork, Sashiko, Origami.

Alison’s artist statement, and all other artist statements are available in the ATAA 2020 book, either from the link at www.australiantextileartaward.com.au or via the Guild’s link on the ATAA 2020 Exhibition Sales page. All books sold via the Guild’s link will attract a donation to the Guild. Similarly, if you purchase the book via the link at www.australiantextileartaward.com.au during this time, please leave a request in the comments section and a donation will be made to the Guild.

Note: the sale price DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING. Any shipping will be an additional charge. Sold artworks will be shipped or available for pick up once the COVID-19 situation permits.

Our Sponsors:

ArtWear Publications Pty Ltd

Publishers of Australia’s own well respected craft and lifestyle magazines: Embellish, Felt, Yarn, Textile Fibre Forum and Vintage Made.

The Embroiderers Guild, Victoria

The home of friendly and enthusiastic stitchers of both traditional and modern embroidery.

Segue Financial Services

A privately-owned Australian company offering financial advice services which helps clients from all kinds of backgrounds navigate complex problems and transition to new phases in their life. Key areas of expertise include strategic retirement planning; aged care advice; administering self-managed super funds; and creating long-term investment portfolios.

Gentle Roller Co.

Genesis Creations

Tantech

Tafta Inc

Snowy Creek Engineering

The Thread Studio