Henrietta Ellis Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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My passion is for fabric and stitch, my background in illustration, fashion and hand-embroidery. Recently my practice has grown using new methodologies to create large-scale installations and interactions. My work is generous and inclusive, acting like a type of therapy, offered to the viewer with gentle humour. Methods I use are traditionally craft related, all familiar childhood activities.

Colour and texture are always at the heart of my work. I recently completed an MA (Distinction) in Fine Art at Derby University and my methodology changed, from the small scale to work that communicates through the language of colour, symbols, fabric, thread, haberdashery, and the use of humble household materials. These are used in relevance to my narrative and belie an unexpected grandeur. My work encompasses many media, including sculpture, I create costumes which I wear for filmed performances. These costumes and multi- dimensional installations intend to stimulate dialogue, provide space and freedom fir viewers to experience my artwork from their own perspective and timescale.