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Dionne Swift

dionne swift textile artist host
Contemporary Textile Artist reacting to the world around us.
Saturday 18th September 11am - 5pm
Sunday 19th September 11am - 5pm
Saturday 25th September 11am - 5pm
Sunday 26th September 11am - 5pm

 

Radiant Works, William Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 6AU

07974 747080

info@dionneswift.co.uk

www.dionneswift.co.uk

A tactile response to the way we are… Delicate cloth and stitch are overpowered by traditional printing processes – exploring a personal realisation that we all have a different point of view. This work celebrates the subtle qualities that make us unique. I feel very comfortable creating collographic prints. I enjoy the process and coming from a strong textile background, I understand the tactile nature of the printing plates. Dense, rough surfaces hold onto the ink to give a deep rich tone. Yet ink is quick to clean of a smooth surface to give a lighter tonal finish. Sleight of hand allows each print a unique quality. Until recently I had worked for 13 years, almost exclusively with ‘devoré’, a fabric structuring process. Current work: ‘NEW GROUNDS’ has given me the opportunity to expand and explore. I am incredibly grateful to the Arts Council for all the support they have given. Visit Radaint Works to see the lastest developments...

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