About

Meredith is a professional artist and educator working out of her studio in Newcastle Australia.

Her sculptural embroideries are an exploration of art, science and nature. The embroideries are created using a unique freehand embroidery technique that utilises a domestic sewing machine and a fabric that dissolves in water.

The work explores the beauty and fragility of nature, sparking a sense of wonder and appreciation of the natural world. Meredith believes that the deeper our appreciation for the aesthetics of nature the more eager we are to immerse ourselves in it and conserve it.

Meredith has exhibited and sold her work worldwide, is the author of two books ‘Organic Embroidery’ (2018) and ‘The 100 Embroideries Project (2023) and teaches both in person and online classes.

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FAQ’s

How are artworks made?

My artworks are made using an unique embroidery technique known as ‘freehand machine embroidery. This technique essentially allows you to draw with your sewing machine and it is a lot of fun. I stitch onto a water soluble base fabric that is washed away once the design is complete leaving only the stitched drawing behind. The remaining embroidery is often shaped and moulded to give it a more three dimensional form.

To display the work I have developed a mounting technique that I refer to as ‘shadow mounting’. This technique makes the work appear to float above the surface creating delicate shadows and showing off the lightness of the embroidery itself.

How did you learn this type of embroidery?

I first discovered this way of working during my fine art studies at university in the early 2000’s. Captivated by the creative and sculptural possibilities of the technique I made it the focus of my honours year and spent a year experimenting and playing with ways to draw and sculpt with thread. I was largely self taught and I made lots of mistakes in the early days, but I also learnt so much about this wonderful process and its raw potential for art making. During that fateful year of focused study I developed the ground work for my art making practice and I work in much the same way today.

Is your work for sale?

Yes. Click here to learn more about purchasing original works.

Do you take on commissions?

Yes. I love to create bespoke pieces. Click here to learn more about commissioning an artwork.

Can I learn from you?

Yes you can. I teach in person workshops and also online courses. Click here for more information about my various courses. I also have a book available ‘Organic Embroidery’ where I share my processes and techniques.