three / tair - new work by jackie morris, natalia dias + debbie smyth

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traditionally considered feminine materials, thread, fabric + ceramic are presented by these three artists in a thoroughly contemporary way, resulting in work with a strong, tactile + sculptural quality morris' paintings focus specifically on the dramatic + illusionistic rendering of fabrics in baroque painting - the human figure is removed, allowing the fabric + its folds to take centre stage. dias' allegorical ceramic work won the gold medal for craft + design at the national eisteddfod of wales 2010. her work is attracting well deserved attention + is part of numerous private + public collections, including the national museum of wales. smyth's intricate nail + thread work beautifully blurs the boundaries between fine art drawings + graphic design, illustration + embroidery. she has exhibited both nationally + internationally, and provided commissioned work for major companies + institutions all work will be for sale + collectorplan is available. for further info about the artists, see the gallery's website www.gallery-ten.co.uk