Inspiration Plus by Bailey Curtis, softback booklet published by Bailey Curtis. ISBN 0-9541419-3-8, price 12.99 plus 1.50 p&p from www.baileycurtis.com
This 38 page booklet is the latest from bailey Curtis. It takes a look at 6 more textile artists, who talk about their inspiration, interpretation and methods of work. This is a full colour booklet full of ideas and examples of work that will motivate you.
The included artists are Hilary Bower, Jenny Bullen, Sarah Burgess, Fenella Davies, Terrie Hitchcock and Laura Kemshall. Each artists has a four-page spread showcase and the text includes background information on each artists. You might have seen Hilary Bower’s fabulous purses, but this feature concentrates on Hilary’s aluminium pieces. Jenny Bullen shows some ideas for stitching in varied ways. See the architectural influence on Sarah Burgess’ work. Discover Fenella Davies’ fun approach. Learn about the influences behind the work of Terrie Hitchcock. Laura Kemshall is a well known quilt artist and you can see many samples of her work too. Finally Bailey Curtis shows her innovative methods. The booklet is the completed with some ideas for design based on simple shapes. Bailey includes a favourite books from each participant and there is a resources section too.