This fascinating book which was published last year presents an invaluable guide for textile artists who work collaboratively, either in formal situations, such as art residencies with institutions, or informally such as small community groups. It provides useful information on setting up groups, finding venues, establishing ground rules and working methods, and staging group exhibitions. It also gives plenty of practical advice on how to hang and display textiles, themes and inspirations, collage techniques and working towards an exhibition.
My arts residency and collaboration with Dr Christine Cargill at the Australian National Botanic Gardens, and my 2010 residency in Hill End is featured in the book (p96-97). Also included are many other well-known textile artists such as Els Van Barle, Alice Kettle, Glenys Mann and Machiko Agano.
Connected Cloth is written by well-known UK textile artists Cas Holmes and Anne Kelly. Cas is no stranger to Australia as she often teaches in residential workshops for Fibre Arts Australia in Australia and NZ each year.
Delighted to have both your work, Glenys Mann and contributions from many of mt Australian colleagues in the book. There is a lot of talent in Australia ehich deserves a bigger audience.
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