Paper textiles

paper on fabric, distressed

Working on this piece with printed images of bones, a bit frustrating at the moment as I don’t really feel I like it. Some moments I think this will be OK but not when I see it from a distance. I think deep down one usually knows when something is working. I decided today to just play around with it and try and have fun, and that approach has helped. Let’s face facts, it doesn't really matter to anyone but me. Sketchbook page:- I am working on black commercial felt, with painted fabric and…

Jill Ehlert

The first snows are feathery and light, and in Alaska where my brother lives, the Aleuts probably have a special word for this sort of soft dry snowflower. Sometimes the snows come in icy face-ting…

Mixed media artist Kelly M O'Brien works with fine art consultants and interior designers on bespoke artwork for the hospitality industry worldwide.

Still not 100% satisfied with my technique, but it's getting better. Outline is on reverse this time, so nothing is peeking out.

Free motion stitching on layers of paper and recycled screen printed fabric.