Deb K Williams

Solitude and Solace Solitary walks during the winter months throughout the streets of Brunswick and Royal Park are the basis for these small intimate embroideries. 'A Foggy day in Brunswick' are two imaginary maps depicting dense urban environments with possible routes to greener spaces.  Pale winter mists dampen the laneways and solace is found in the majesty of trees.  Embroidery thread and mesh. Both embroideries are 10 cm x 10 cm. 

Slow Territory responds to the connection between stitching, weaving and drawing, and the contemplative, meditative nature of these activities. Using natural dyes, inks, acrylics,  and collaged felt, silk and cotton, the works respond to a range of natural processes such as the cycle of rehydration and evaporation found within salt lakes, tidal drawings of bush fire ash on coastal areas and verdant growth on lava rocks.   Notions of distilling an atmosphere of place are explored and the works form a map of remembrance and meditative intent.