Susan Purney Mark
Embrace, 2024
Hand Dyed Linen and Thread 8”H x 4”D
My exploration into Vessel - Art of the Feminine has lead me into a series of shapes and forms which loosely resemble the female as a powerful figure in all stages of life.
Susan Purney Mark
Little Pinch Pots, 2023
Hand Dyed Cotton and Linen with Hand Dyed Threads 4” x 12” Group of Three
Clay? No way! An alternate method of creating small vessels with fabric and thread…
Susan Purney Mark
Along the Fraser, 2021
Hand Painted and Hand Dyed Textile 44" x 60"
Along the estuary, a multitude of weathered shipping hulks are moored, patiently awaiting their ultimate resting place. Among them, Along the Fraser, meticulously hand-dyed and painted, quietly awaits its turn along the river.
Susan Purney Mark
Tide Charts, 2018
Hand Painted Cotton and Linen 10" x 250" (extended)
Inspired by the essence of ocean tides, my artistic creation, titled "Tide Chart," intertwines repurposed cloth, intricate stitches, and expressive mark making to form a long scroll. This piece harmoniously aligns with the remnants of the receding ocean tide, accentuating the interplay between the natural patterns of curves and shapes found in both the artwork and its surroundings.
Susan Purney Mark
Waiting to Load, 2019
Hand Painted and Dyed Fabrics 37.5" x 57.5"
Susan Purney Mark
Left Behind, 2017
hand dyed cotton and linen 21" x 32"
Susan Purney Mark
Softly Spoken, 2019
Hand Painted Cotton 8" x 10" x 3"
Susan’s ingenuity is exemplified by the object's moveable and flexible nature. The pages are marked with asemic writing, the soft and fluid pages encourages viewer interaction, enabling them to explore and manipulate the artwork, creating a personalized and tactile experience.
Susan Purney Mark
Points of Contention, 2019
Hand Painted Cotton 12" x 18" x 8"
The inclusion of found nails injects an unexpected element of ruggedness and rawness into the artwork. By repurposing these everyday objects, Susan infuses the piece with a sense of history and narrative, inviting viewers to contemplate the unseen stories hidden within these seemingly mundane items. The juxtaposition of these humble nails against the delicacy of paper and fabric creates a striking visual contrast, elevating the artwork's conceptual depth.
Susan Purney Mark
Retired to Rust, 2019
Hand Painted and Dyed Fabrics 44.5" x 66"
Susan Purney Mark
No More Ships, 2017
Hand Painted and Dyed Fabrics 44.5" x 59"
