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Brenda Gael Smith

Contemporary Textile Art

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Workshops and Presentations with Brenda Gael Smith

Learn with Me in 2022!

I am directly hosting the following live, interactive Zoom workshops in the second half of 2022:

  • The Art of Finishing: 7-8.30pm Saturday 13 August *PAY AS YOU WISH*
  • The Art of Finishing: 6-7.30am Thursday 18 August *PAY AS YOU WISH*
  • The Art of Finishing: 10-11.30am Saturday 20 August *PAY AS YOU WISH*
  • Logs & Ladders: 5-8am Thursday 22 September NEW!
  • Logs & Ladders: 6-9pm Saturday 24 September NEW!

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Information for Groups & Guilds

My teaching focus is on freeform piecing, effective design and the use of colour – to promote fun and encourage creative momentum. My presentations and workshops draw upon my experience and insights as an artist, curator, judge, quilt judging educator, writer and mentor.

While there are currently restrictions on travel and gatherings, I am excited at how technology enables us to effectively share our creative spaces and work side-by-side no matter where we are in the world and what time zone we are in.

I offer the following workshops and programs:

  • Presentations available as live virtual programs via Zoom for up to 100 participants.
  • 3 Hour Live Interactive Workshops: optimised for learning on the Zoom platform for up to 20 students.
  • Longer Format Workshops: designed for in-person classes or multi-segment live events.

Please email me for my availability and rates. I am open to tailoring a workshop or presentation that suits your needs. View the Serendipity Student Gallery.

3 Hour Live Virtual Workshops:

The following three-hour live, interactive workshops have been developed and optimised for learning on the Zoom platform and are available for up to 20 students.

  • Line Dancing
  • Geometricks
  • FUNdamentally Circles
  • The X Factor
  • Strip-Ease

     

In addition, there are two advanced classes:

  • Beyond FUNdamentally Circles goes deeper into the design possibilities of circles and curvilinear shapes and is designed for graduates of the first FUNdamentally Circles workshop.
  • Abstraction in Action is a four module workshop for committed students looking to stretch their creative muscles and to explore abstraction both in concept and practice. Spaces are limited. Learn more.

Presentations/Lectures

All presentations are available as live virtual programs via Zoom:

  • 45 minute digital slide show + Q&A
  • Up to 100 participants

Longer Format Workshops

In addition to the 3-hour workshops, I offer the following longer format, in-depth workshops for both in-person and virtual events. I can tailor content and timing for your needs.

I enjoy the energy and enthusiasm of retreat and symposium-style gatherings. Past assignments include the Australasian Quilt Convention (2009, 2010, and 2013), New Zealand Quilt Symposiums (2015, 2017 and 2019), AQS Quilt Week Paducah (2013), European Patchwork Meeting (2014), Pacific International Quilt Festival (2018) and Quilt Encounter (2010 and 2012).

Click on images for workshop descriptions on my main design and teaching website or download my Serendipity Patchwork & Quilting Workshops Brochure.

View the Serendipity Student Gallery.

Abstraction from Reality
Bound to Please
Bound to Please
Circular Explorations
Circular Explorations
Creating with Felt
Creating with Felt
Improvisation Plus - a serendipity workshop with Brenda Gael Smith
Improvisation Plus
Lines of Beauty
Lines of Beauty
Logs and Ladders
Logs & Ladders
Modern X
Modern X
Stacks of Improvisation
Stacks of Improvisation
Strata Various
Strata Various

I acknowledge that I live and create on the land of the Darkinjung and Guringai people and recognise their continuing connection to this place. I pay my respects to Elders past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all First Nations people.

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Brenda Gael Smith
Contemporary Textile Art

brenda@brendagaelsmith.com

PO Box 4033, Copacabana
NSW 2251 Australia

Tel: +61 412530190

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On exhibition

  • Banksia Genus
    Fullerton Park Community Centre, Unley, South Australia 6 May – 29 May 2022
    DISTANCE & DIVERSITY
  • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum 2 April to 17 June 2022
    FUR FANGS FEATHERS & FINS
  • 20 August – 23 October 2022
    Gosford Art Prize 2022
  • Acuity6-Twinkle
    The National Quilt Museum, Paducah, Kentucky, USA 4 March to 19 July 2022    
    Australia Wide Seven
  • Integrifolia #9 - Wide Open
    Wangaratta Art Gallery 18 June to 14 August 2022
    PETITE MINIATURE TEXTILES 2022
Congratulations to all the finalists in the Gosfor Congratulations to all the finalists in the Gosford Art Prize 2022 on exhibition at @gosfordgallery until 23 October 2022. I look forward to coming back and reviewing the artwork without such a crowd. In the meantime, here I am with Banksia Filigree 101x51cm For sale.

#brendagaelsmithart #saqaart #ozqnart #gosfordartprize #gosfordartprize2022 #banksiaflower #inflorescence #improVines #driventoabstraction #textileart
Look closely at a banksia flower and you will see Look closely at a banksia flower and you will see that the spiky inflorescence creates a delicate filigree pattern.

I look forward to sharing this artwork in the Gosford Art Prize that opens tonight at @gosfordgallery and runs until 23 October 2022.

Banksia Filigree 101x51cm For sale

#brendagaelsmithart #saqaart #ozqnart #gosfordartprize #gosfordartprize2022 #banksiaflower #inflorescence #improVines #driventoabstraction #textileart
Sunshine yellow 💛☀️ spring is just around t Sunshine yellow 💛☀️ spring is just around the corner.
#wattle #acacia
Looking forward to sharing my artwork in the Gosfo Looking forward to sharing my artwork in the Gosford Art Prize 2022 at @gosfordgallery from 20 August to 23 October 2022. The official opening is coming up on Friday 19 August. The gallery will be live streaming on IG from approximately 6.30pm.
#gosfordartprize #gosfordartprize2022 #brendagaelsmithart

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