Cynthia, a framed hand embroidered textile artwork exploring memories, protecting and honouring them in stitch. Considering why we preserve and keep certain clothing and fabrics, Cynthia is looking back on her life from an older age. The fabrics she keeps are frayed and faded, however they remind her of precious, enjoyable past times and make her happy. Lost in her memories she sees herself as the young lady she once was with so much to look forward to and what a life she had.
 
Cynthia is on a background of greys and mustard yellow fabrics, carefully combined with the hand stitches adding a raised texture to the artwork. The curvilinear lines of the hand embroidery contrast and complement the more geometric shapes of the fabrics. This artwork is for those who appreciate conceptual and contemporary art that evokes memories of our own. It's perfect for many rooms in the home including living areas, study areas and bedrooms.
 
Cynthia was made in my studio in Saltburn by the Sea, where I specialise in creating one off, unique pieces of textile artwork. It measures approximately 47 x 37 cm. The artwork will be expertly packaged to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition, with delivery local to or collection from Saltburn by the Sea available.
 
Cynthia is part of the Reflections Collection; further work can be seen here. 
Reflections is inspired by the connections we have with those who have gone before us; perhaps in certain traits, identity or looks or perhaps through the special things we keep and pass on to others. Fabrics often in the form of clothing, letters, photos and ephemera are all collected and stored to remind us of times past and to help us treasure memories. This work explores why we keep those specific things and the stories it can tell about us.