Kathy Ross

Art disciplines: Mixed media

I am a textile and community artist using reclaimed and sustainable materials in my work.

Textiles have always been a part of her life. Recent years have brought my passions of environment and textiles together in my work. Using found and reclaimed materials, my work encapsulates transformation, where the mundane and natural are worked with simple, repetitive methods like slow stitching and weaving. I find this process soothing and, as a piece comes together a sense of wonder at a form emerging from disparate parts is integral to my pieces.

My community art projects have included eco-art projects to champion the reuse of household materials, like plastic bags; paddling pools and fabric to create large, bold installations as a means of engaging groups in creating in a simple, accessible way. The other aspect of my community work is slow stitch groups, which offer a more reflective process, creative space, and the option to share experiences. In both contexts I enjoy the collaborative process and seeing how an idea that I have put forward, often evolves, and is shaped by the group.

Visitors are welcome to my studio throughout the year, by appointment.

Contact the artist

W: https://www.kathyross-artist.com/
T: 07887535110
E: kathyross@yahoo.co.uk