{"id":6005,"date":"2017-12-08T14:43:40","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T19:43:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artthescience.com\/magazine\/?p=6005"},"modified":"2017-12-08T14:44:44","modified_gmt":"2017-12-08T19:44:44","slug":"creators-meredith-woolnough","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artthescience.com\/magazine\/2017\/12\/08\/creators-meredith-woolnough\/","title":{"rendered":"CREATORS – Meredith Woolnough"},"content":{"rendered":"

Name:<\/strong> Meredith Woolnough<\/a><\/p>\n

Which came first in your life, the science or the art? <\/strong><\/p>\n

I have always had interests in both, but my formal studies started in art. I studied Fine Art at University fresh out of high school and it was during my final year that I developed the embroidery process that I am still working with today. I was drawn to the sculptural possibilities of a freehand embroidery technique and I loved that I could draw with my sewing machine. The science came later as I began to study the natural forms and structures I was depicting in my work. I became fascinated with my subjects and wanted to learn all that I could about them. This led to more formalized studies in Natural History Illustration. This was the perfect course for me because it combined scientific study with creative expression. As a result of these studies, I now start every artwork with fieldwork and research to help inform and inspire my designs. This has resulted in what I hope are more accurate and stronger artworks overall.<\/p>\n

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Nature Studies (2014)<\/p><\/div>\n

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Typologies (2015)<\/p><\/div>\n

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Lilypad (2015)<\/p><\/div>\n

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Amazonian Water Lily (2014)<\/p><\/div>\n

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Golden Ginkgo Square (2015)<\/p><\/div>\n

Which sciences relate to your art practice? <\/strong><\/p>\n

Biology \u2013 in particular marine biology and botany.<\/p>\n

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Red Coral Bowl<\/p><\/div>\n

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Tiny black piece inspired by frog eggs<\/p><\/div>\n

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Blue Coral Bowl<\/p><\/div>\n

What materials do you use to create your artworks? <\/strong><\/p>\n

I use a synthetic embroidery thread and a water-soluble fabric to create my work. The water-soluble fabric is what makes my work possible. It acts as a temporary surface that I can draw on with stitches. The fabric is then dissolved leaving my lace-like stitched drawing behind.<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Gez Xavier Mansfield Photography<\/p><\/div>\n

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Embroidery Process<\/p><\/div>\n

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Photo Credit: Joerg Lehmann<\/p><\/div>\n

Artwork\/Exhibition you are most proud of: <\/strong><\/p>\n

I currently have a large installation in the Tamworth Textile Triennial. This exhibition is the most prestigious textile event in Australia and I am very honoured to have been asked to participate this year. My work in the exhibition The New Neighbours<\/em>, which is inspired by the current plight of our coral reefs, consist of over 400 individual embroideries pinned to the wall. It was a huge effort to make and I am very proud of it.<\/p>\n

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The New Neighbours (2017) | Tamworth Regional Gallery<\/p><\/div>\n

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The New Neighbours<\/p><\/div>\n

Which scientists and\/or artists inspire and\/or have influenced you? <\/strong><\/p>\n

I am inspired by artists who look to the natural world for inspiration. Some of my favourites include Andy Goldsworthy and Bronwyn Oliver.<\/p>\n

Artist Links:<\/strong> Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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