Rachel Morrell
Rachel creates abstract and semi-abstract paintings and textiles inspired by the scars, moorland, derelict barns and former industrial ruins in North Yorkshire. Her current interest is the ruined abbeys. Her work has many layers that represent the textures and patterns of the landscape and buildings and there are often elements within her work that are suggestions of forms glimpsed through mist. She has an MA in Creative Practice from Leeds Arts University. She is a successful exhibitor with the North Yorks Open Studios 2022/23 and the Great North Art Show 2022.
Rachel Morrell
Rachel creates abstract and semi-abstract paintings and textiles inspired by the scars, moorland, derelict barns and former industrial ruins in North Yorkshire. Her current interest is the ruined abbeys. Her work has many layers that represent the textures and patterns of the landscape and buildings and there are often elements within her work that are suggestions of forms glimpsed through mist. She has an MA in Creative Practice from Leeds Arts University. She is a successful exhibitor with the North Yorks Open Studios 2022/23 and the Great North Art Show 2022.
Contemplation
Textile
80cm x 60cm
The silk screen triptych, Contemplation, has come together after visits to the abbey ruins of North Yorkshire. It is a combination of their various architectural details. I chose the golden hour of early evening light to influence colour.
The silk is dyed in varied yellow gold shades and then over printed using batik wax resist. Textured fabrics are collaged over the batik. Finally the pieces are both machine and hand embroidered. The three panels are hinged together so it can be free standing.
The ruins in greys, creams and peach contrast with the yellow gold light of evening on the translucent silk.
