'Blissful' is an original one off textile and photographic collage of banksia and orchids in a green jug with gum blossoms and Crimson Rosella in the background, on upcycled interior textile. Inspired by Japanese Ikebana floral displays and my walks around Sydney taking photographs of the flowers and birds. Sections of the flowers and bird photography have been embellished with high gloss lacquer and silver and black thread. The background textile also has sections of silvery reflection. The artwork is presented on acid free mount board ready to pop into a frame as is or additional mounting can be added when framed.

Title: Blissful

Image: 25.5cm x 30.5cm conservation mount board - image approx. 14cm x 23cm

Framing: Unframed - would look fabulous in a simple black, white or brushed silver frame

Handmade process: All photographs have been printed on Epson matte archival paper using Epson Dura Brite Ultra fade resistant ink. Images have been Photoshop manipulated, printed, cut and integrated with textiles. All materials have been adhered to acid free mount board using acid free adhesives, including the metallic and coloured threads. This is a technique I developed in the early days of experimentation to add beauty and sparkle to the work. The result is a flat textural artwork similar in appearance to a painting, while exhibiting the unique and exquisite qualities of textiles layered with photographs!

Packaging: The unframed artwork will be protected in a clear art sleeve with surrounding firm packaging.

COMMISSIONS are always welcome!