Biteabout Arts
Really pleased with Saturday's spread...
The willow sculptures I created with volunteers for the Peregrini Lindisfarne Landscape Partnership are now all in situ at various locations on the 5 km Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve Nature Trail. Starting at the Window on the Wild with a willow Lapwing you can follow the trail behind the castle towards the coast, then up to the bird hide at the Lough, through the dunes and back down the Straight Lonnen. The willow sculptures include a group of Brent Geese, an Arctic Tern, a creche of Eider Ducks and Ducklings, a group of Swallows, a Short Eared Owl, a Fritillary Butterfly, and a Helleborine Orchid.
Many thanks to all the enthusiastic and talented volunteers who helped to create them and many thanks also to Andrew Craggs (Senior Manager, Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve) and his team for siting them.
Monday, 31 July 2017 11:36
The Treasures of St Cuthbert Exhibition at Durham Cathedral
Written by Anna Turnbull
It is 20 months since the completion of my cloak for St Cuthbert. I was invited to the preview of The Treasures of St Cuhtbert Exhibition at Durham Cathedral on Friday and was so excited to see my work on display at last. It is one of four artworks commissioned for the exhibition and they can all be seen up until the end of September, (but possibly longer, that is still to be agreed). The exhibition of the treasures is stunning, and has been worth the wait!
Monday, 10 July 2017 20:26
'Willow in the Wild Woods' Sculpture Exhibition at Rievaulx Terrace, North Yorkshire
Written by Anna Turnbull
Willow in the Wild Woods by Anna Turnbull
Saturday 1 July - Sunday 27 August
'Discover art in the outdoors. Beautiful rhythmic willow sculptures created by Anna Turnbull hidden throughout the woodland.
Living in Northumberland, Anna draws on the costal scenery and wildlife around her home for inspiration. In 2008, she started to work with the many varieties of coloured willows grown locally for basketry and the traditional techniques, and started to experiment with the idea of creating willow sculptures. Captivated by the pure organic form, colours and textures of the willows, her passion for creating the unexpected was ignited.
As visitors walk through the woods they will see a variety of woodland creatures emerging from the trees. A bird swooping upon its prey; a squirrel startled as it scurries up a tree; a pair of red deer engaged in combat.'
Sunday, 19 March 2017 09:39
Willow Sculptures for Peregrini Lindisfarne Landscape Partnership
Written by Anna TurnbullInspired by the flora and fauna of the National Nature Reserve I have designed a series of sculptures to be created for Lindisfarne's Nature trail. We had the third of our six planned volunteer sessions making the sculptures yesterday
Some talented volunteers have made a fantastic job of helping to create the sculptures so far. Some have been keen to return and do more and enjoyed the opportunity to be involved. They are all proud to think that their work will be on the island and look forward to seeing it when the trail is complete.
To date we have a Lapwing and a Short Eared Owl completed. Two female Eiders and eight ducklings are just about finished to complete the creche. Yesterday we started the Helliborine Orchid and the Fritillary Butterfly. There are still some Brent Geese, Swallows and an Artic Tern to be made in the following sessions.
My husband Richard has made the metal frameworks, and I have also involved the local blacksmith, Stephen Mather of Holburn Smithy, in the construction and welding of some of the larger frameworks.
If you would like to be involved, then please contact Sarah
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I have thoroughly enjoyed the last few basketry workshops at The Cheviot Centre in Wooler.
Here are the group from this last weekend - what a fantastic range of baskets!
I am delighted to have been asked back to teach at the Summer School where there is a packed week of inspiring workshops. Take a look, you might like to join us!
My latest commission - Specially designed to fit the very precise measurements of this under eaves shelved space. Quite a challenge!
Wednesday, 16 November 2016 18:01
New work - Autumnal Willow Vessels with Felt
Written by Anna Turnbull
I have enjoyed making these Autumn inspired willow vessels. Playing with creating organic shapes, and adding felt into the weave has been very satisfying.
Sunday, 13 November 2016 12:15
Nuno Felted Scarves Workshop with East Lothian Embroiderers and Textile Artists
Written by Anna Turnbull
A had a great day with these lovely ladies in Dunbar yesterday. They each designed and made a fantastic scarf.
Perhaps you know of a group that would like me to deliver a workshop. Willow weaving or felt- just get in touch.
Thursday, 29 September 2016 17:59
Schools Workshop at The Royal Grammar School, Newcastle
Written by Anna TurnbullI had a great day at The Royal Grammar School on Wednesday. The students in Year 4 each designed a fabulous fish and then used their designs to create silk paintings. The results were stunning.
I had a good day demonstrating and talking to people about basketry at Beamish yesterday.
I will also be taking part in their 'Hands on Heritage' Event on 24th & 25th Septemeber. So come along and have a go at some willow weaving.
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