Meredith woolnough

As the name suggests this piece is inspired by the view of cells under an electron microscope. The piece focuses on the repeated patterns of overlapping circles of varying scale. 2015 Embroidery thread and pins on paper Framed in white shadowbox 93 x 93cm Private collection

I hope to capture the power, beauty and fragility of nature in knotted embroidery threads. The work explores the sculptural possibilities of a unique embroidery technique that utilizes a domestic sewing machine and a base fabric that dissolves in water. By repeatedly stitching threads into dense structures I create intricate and complex openwork compositions that mimic natural forms and structures.

This Begonia Leaf artwork was inspired by my visit to the Ballarat begonia Festival at the Ballarat Botanic Gardens. There is huge variety in the shape, pat...

Private commission Embroidery thread and pins on paper Framed behind anti-reflective, UV protective museum glass in an extra-deep white shadowbox embroide...

I hope to capture the power, beauty and fragility of nature in knotted embroidery threads. The work explores the sculptural possibilities of a unique embroidery technique that utilizes a domestic sewing machine and a base fabric that dissolves in water. By repeatedly stitching threads into dense structures I create intricate and complex openwork compositions that mimic natural forms and structures.

A stitched specimen of a 'French Hydrangea' (Hydrangea macrophylla) leaf. Polyester embroidery thread and pins on paper Framed in a white box frame witho...

Meredith Woolnough

Name: Meredith Woolnough Which came first in your life, the science or the art? I have always had interests in both, but my formal studies …

I'd love to have one of her creations, how nice!