2020
Mixed media incorporating a range of upcycled materials combined with contemporary machine embroidery. Upcycled tea bags, upcycled gauze swabs, commercial fabric scraps, upcycled bridal tulle, paint, thread, PVA glue, wash away stabilizer
This artwork has a hanging sleeve, comes with an acrylic rod for hanging. It can be hung using a gallery-style hanging system, suspended from fishing line or with two screws in the wall.
Dimensions 300 x 70 cm
On the Brink
Artist Statement
A flight over the WA wheatbelt prompted a new perspective on small patches of green in the dry, dusty landscape. I considered the encroachment of human activity and the resulting consequences. Due to continued fragmentation and degradation of critically endangered ecological communities in native bushland, the climate has become drier and more hostile causing increased erosion, topsoil loss and further spreading of salt pans. The value of bushland as habitat for unique plants and animals, including birds which control pest insects on crops and native insect pollinators, is finally being recognized by a new breed of farmers and our government.
Photo credit: Bo Wong Photography
Sustainable Packaging
In keeping with my life's mission, sustainable alternatives are considered throughout my creative process, from the message of the artwork and the materials used in presentation and packaging, every effort is made to consider eco-friendly alternatives while preserving the quality. Artworks are wrapped in upcycled bubble-wrap or acid-free tissue paper. Wherever possible cardboard boxes are repurposed and packing materials used include shredded paper, biodegradable packing peanuts or even popcorn! All these choices combine to ensure your purchases can arrive safely from my hands to yours.
Shipping
Domestic shipping included in list price.
All artwork is lovingly hand packed to protect it during transport. Most items are shipping using Australia Post, while larger works will be shipped by courier.
As an artist and a perfectionist, I put my heart and soul into each and every artwork to ensure all work is of the highest quality and that the price reflects the value of the work. I want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. I strongly believe that you never truly experience a piece of contemporary art until you have lived with it. I also appreciate that buying art online can be daunting and so I offer a Seven-Day Money Back Guarantee on all artwork (excluding prints and special commissions).
Due to variations in computer monitors actual colours may vary. I try to edit the photos to show the artworks as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual colour may vary slightly from your monitor. In addition, please be aware that photos of textured finishes often do not truly represent the lustre of the actual artwork. Fortunately in this case, customers are often amazed at the detail and texture that was not as clearly visible in the photograph. Any returns for an artwork due to customer dissatisfaction with a colour/finish (that is not a fault) will need to comply with the Refund & Returns policy, see full details in site menu.
Keep the artwork dry. Dust can be removedwith the gentle application of a feather duster. Do not hang in direct sun.
It is very tempting to touch textile works, if you can't resist, ensure hands are extremely clean or wear gloves, since salt, sweat and oils leave marks that become visible over time.
