An Artists' Talk

 On Saturday afternoon I had the pleasure of speaking to a group of artists about my work. The event was hosted by Sandra Pearce of Art from the Urban Wilderness, at Hive Studio in Banyo (north Brisbane).

It was a warm and generous audience and there were many lovely exchanges and conversations. I remarked that we don't often get the chance to share our stories in depth; to handle people's books; to ask questions of the maker; and to learn about their process and their philosophies, so it was special.

Sandra took many photos of the afternoon; and here are some of them.

It is such a great, creative space.

One of the things Sandra wanted me to touch on in particular was my making in Scotland. Here I am pointing to the cottage in January when the snow was everywhere.

And me pointing to where the cottage is located - right at the very top of the North of Scotland. Gotta love a skirt with pockets!

One of my first 'activist' books in the background - Fragile Gains.

After the talk I chatted about some of my books and showed people the details and talked about the ideas...

It was lovely to show some oldies off - A Subversive Stitch,

And some newbies too - Red Card

There was a marvellous spread for afternoon tea too!

Sandra hosts some wonderful workshops and I picked up flyers for a couple myself - would love to get back down and do one or two!.

Thanks to Sandra and all the attendees for a wonderful afternoon.