We planted sunflowers in the garden last weekend. Expectantly looking forward to watching them grow – especially with this lovely spell of weather. Let’s hope it lasts ! I wonder if our crop of sunny-faces will be as lively as any of these Sunflower images from Julie Dumbarton, Wayne Williams of Paul Cooklin ?
Georgina McMaster has “captured the soul of the animal in their eyes”, in these beautiful tiger prints. You can almost feel the creature in front of you ! Georgia tells us, ” I use acrylic paint on canvas, leaving the background blank to draw the focus purely on the animal.”
If tigers are not your thing, Georgina also lovingly shared her talent in creating, more familiar Scottish inhabitants. We must admit that her Heelin’ Coos are our favourites.
Georgina McMaster Art | The Bay Attic | Art Cards
We have more Julie Dumbarton art online. Here’s on of my new favourites. I think I will also have to walk down the lane to see the The Gamekeeper’s Cottage !
“Colour plays the main role in what I create. A high or low perspective of densely knotted vegetation, a frantic pattern of grained wood or choking greenery that is so visually claustrophobic it has to be rescued by some sense of the landscape it lies in. I see it as bolts of illumination”.
Julies unique paintings are now highly sought after and collected in Scotland, the UK and all over the world.
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My gaze was caught by the vibrant colours from the Cherry blossom trees outside the Cannongate Kirk, Edinburgh by Jolomo, and hence every other Jolomo I looked at this morning has a recurrent Church theme.
Have you a holiday planned ? Will you be visiting Scotland this year ? If you plan to visit the West Coast of Scotland, remember a fantastic way to see this beautiful area is by taking a sail on the River Clyde. Depending on the sail you choose – you can also spend time in sea-side towns like Largs, Brodick and Rothesay. June brings the Paddle Steamer Waverley back to the River Clyde and, for me, that means Summer’s here. Can’t wait !
You can book your trip online at Waverley Excursions.
Art featured, Waverley News – Limited Edition Giclee Art Print by Tony Montague, The Waverley and Fishing Boat – Open Edition Lithograph Art Poster by Bob Lees, PS Waverley – Open Edition Giclee Art Print by Peter McDermott, The Waverley on the Clyde – Open Edition Lithographic Art Poster by Colin Ruffell, PS Waverley leaving Rothesay A3 Art Poster (large image) by Raymond Murray
Textiles have been used since prehistoric times and are a valuable part of everyday life. Textiles keep us warm, protect us from the weather, keep us safe in our workplace and help us with many everyday tasks.
Textiles even add colour to your home, can be given as a beautiful gift, or used to accessorize ! Throws, T-towels, Blankets, Cushions, Corsages to name but a few of the exciting textiles to jazz up your home with colour, drape or throw over your sofa to change it’s look, or have a cosy, warm blanket made from lambs wool, tweed, or a synthetic mix of fibers in your lounge décor or bedroom.
Throws and blankets made from wool, linen, cotton or mixed fibres are ideal to add colour, texture and personality to your room.
Damson Apron
You can even add a dash of Scottish flair to your kitchenware with a textile, T-towel, or gift from Scott Inness featuring iconic Scottish thistles with a modern twist, and the chef can co-ordinate with a 100% cotton apron in the same fantastic design.
Textiles can also add to your dining table setting. Choose an Iconic Scottish themed table mat for your special dinner party or dry your favourite glasses to a brilliant shine with a Damson Daisy t-towel made from 100% Cotton by Scott Inness.
In days gone by, the need for warmth and protection meant clothes were the main reason for producing textiles. Clothes served a specific function, whereas today textiles can be worn not just for protection and warmth but as a statement. You only have to look at the World of Fashion to see how textiles influence designers and their creations.
Textiles have been used since prehistoric times and are a valuable part of everyday life. Textiles keep us warm, protect us from the weather, keep us safe in our workplace and help us with many everyday tasks. Today, they can be created and made on a commercial scale, or lovingly hand-made using traditional techniques as chosen by felt artist Moy Mackay or expertly picked, layered and stitched with detail as shown in the work of Alex McQuade. Her textile designs include applique brooches, corsage purses, key rings and a Scottie dog cushion I would use to guard my favourite chair !
Textiles can be made from plants such as Hemp, Sisal, Cotton or Flax and from the wool of goats and sheep or even from the fur of Angora rabbits. Synthetic textiles or man-made fibers, such as Polyester and Acrylic are used to make clothes. These man-made fibers can also blend with natural fibers to create textiles for clothes that will hold their colour and shape and dry quicker once washed. Poly cotton, or Polyester Cotton is an example. Textiles are used to make everything from bags, carpets and tents, to toys and parachutes and even fiberglass.
Cotton is still used today for bags. The popularity of the recycled and re-usable shopper has led many designers such as Scott Inness, to create Cotton bags featuring flowers, thistles, Highland coo’s, Scottie dogs and Christmas trees. With delicious titles including Blaeberry, Damson, Thistle and Rhubarb. The bags make ideal designer shoppers, beach bags or a “just in case” bag.
Heather’s Glen
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There are many methods to choose from to create textiles. Weaving, Knitting, Crochet and Felting are Traditional methods of producing textiles, but they can also be made from bonded fibers or laced threads to make delicate textiles such as lace, and knotted to make braiding.
At Bay Attic we have a colourful range of textiles for you to gift or buy as a treat for you or your home.
Pop over and take a look at our gallery online now or use the links below to find more.
We have a fantastic new collection to see by artist Peter McDermott, just click over to our gallery and have a look.
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