"Secret World"

"Water" (from Four Elements)

Boats - (work in progress)

Seascape

"The Surfer's View"

I am an experienced qualified teacher, workshop leader, and project co-ordinator. Apart from teaching in schools, I have for many years worked with young people in the community, and for other organisations working with members of the general public.

As an artist, I started as a painter and illustrator, and later transferred these skills to working with textiles. My studio is currently in Old Pottery Court, in the heart of Chudleigh in Devon.

I work with mixed media and for many years have specialised in using recyclable materials of all kinds in many different situations. This has included installations, 2D and 3D works, scenery for drama productions, backdrops, costumes and music.

With textiles, I cut free-hand, and make whatever the fabric suggests at the time. No patterns or designs are used: I prefer to let each piece develop as it will. Techniques used include applique, patchwork, fabric painting, embroidery, beadwork and embellishing. Other techniques such as printing, collage, weaving, and photographic images are introduced where they can be used to effect.

Oh, and I make bags and other things as well.....................

Website: www.darmsallema.com
www.darmsallema.co.uk

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