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Janelle Forgette

My research theme is Byzantine Art & Architecture, particularly architectural ornament. To create my current work, I selected colors and images from Byzantine mosaics and sculpture, then searched for materials to mimic their variety and richness. For example, I used suede for stone, metallics and deep saturated color both to suggest mosaics and to create a feeling of depth and age. My techniques include goldwork, appliqué and the weaving of fabric strips and, as each piece dictates, either hand or machine embroidery, or both. I especially enjoy combining hand and machine embroidery in a seamless way to create effects more intricate and beautiful than either technique can achieve on its own. Similarly, City & Guilds has helped me combine my formal art, design, and architectural training with my needlework skills, creating a well of resources from which to draw inspiration for my art.

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	Gallery Home Artists in Residence Courses - (coming soon) Diploma Students Anita Luvera Mayer Anna Hergert Gwen Lowery Helen Custer Janelle Forgette Joan Mills June Steegstra Marianne Burr Penny Peters Sandy Little Wendy Jacobs Tour	Janelle Forgette My research theme is Byzantine Art & Architecture, particularly architectural ornament. To create my current work, I selected colors and images from Byzantine mosaics and sculpture, then searched for materials to mimic their variety and richness. For example, I used suede for stone, metallics and deep saturated color both to suggest mosaics and to create a feeling of depth and age. My techniques include goldwork, appliqué and the weaving of fabric strips and, as each piece dictates, either hand or machine embroidery, or both. I especially enjoy combining hand and machine embroidery in a seamless way to create effects more intricate and beautiful than either technique can achieve on its own. Similarly, City & Guilds has helped me combine my formal art, design, and architectural training with my needlework skills, creating a well of resources from which to draw inspiration for my art. View Gallery



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