The following Gallery section presents Janice’s art quilts and other creative art textiles. Note artwork photos are not to scale.
‘My art textiles are all about the influences I am constantly exploring during my life’s evolving journey. It’s a process of discoveries and subsequent interpretations. These contemporary abstract compositions are inspired by what I see in the world around me and spontaneously convey hope for the present and the near future’.
All art quilts and creative art textiles are produced in my Central Coast NSW studio and are all textile based, falling into three flexible categories – Framed, Hanging and Installations. Additional photos, information and specifications can be sent upon request along with Global shipping details.
‘My art textiles are all about the influences I am constantly exploring during my life’s evolving journey. It’s a process of discoveries and subsequent interpretations. These contemporary abstract compositions are inspired by what I see in the world around me and spontaneously convey hope for the present and the near future’.
All art quilts and creative art textiles are produced in my Central Coast NSW studio and are all textile based, falling into three flexible categories – Framed, Hanging and Installations. Additional photos, information and specifications can be sent upon request along with Global shipping details.
The Silver Moon
Framed 46 x 33 cm The phases of the moon—#1 Cotton fabric, thread, wool, cork Moon in the Trees
Framed 43 x 35 cm The phases of the moon—#4 Organza & cotton fabric, thread, wool Moon at Sea
Framed 45 x 35 cm The phases of the moon—#7 Organza & cotton fabric, thread, wool Lone Goldfish
Framed 36 x 46 cm Detailed goldfish study Organza & cotton fabric, acrylic paint with fabric medium, thread, wool The Grey Dancers
Framed 46 x 46 cm Floral garden arrangement Organza & cotton fabric, wool, thread |
The Gold Moon
Framed 47 x 32 cm The phases of the moon—#2 Cotton fabric, thread, wool, cork Moon Celebration
Framed 46 x 36 cm The phases of the moon—#5 Organza & cotton fabric, thread, wool Moon in Spring
Framed 41 x 33 cm The phases of the moon—#8 Organza & cotton fabric, thread, wool The Goldfish
Framed 52 x 43 cm Detailed goldfish study Organza & cotton fabric, acrylic paint with fabric medium, thread, wool Wandering Seaside Crane
Framed 60 x 69 cm Japanese Red Crowned Crane Cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Moon Reflections
Framed 41 x 33 cm The phases of the moon—#3 Organza & cotton fabric, thread, wool Moon Floating
Framed 43 x 35 cm The phases of the moon—#6 Organza & cotton fabric, thread, wool Orange Flare
Framed 46 x 37 cm The phases of the moon—#9 Organza & cotton fabric, thread, wool Daisy
Framed 50 x 39 cm Wish upon a Daisy Organza & cotton fabric, lace, sequin, beads, acrylic paint with fabric medium, thread Meditating Monk
Framed 71 x 56 cm Peaceful meditation in the Azure Kingdom Cotton & organza fabric, acrylic paint with fabric medium, thread |
Autumn Days
Framed 58 x 67 cm Pond with drifting leaves Organza & cotton fabric, acrylic paint with fabric medium, thread Winter is Here
Bound fabric-backed 66 x 52 cm The blue background represents the cold winter with falling leaves and a little sunshine showing through Organza & cotton fabric, thread Pas de Deux
Hanging 108 x 68 cm Pacific herons around Bateau Bay and the fish they find in the Bay—2 Herons dancing in the environment. Cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Summer
Framed 74 x 60 cm Heron fishing on a hot day beneath the tree canopy Organza & cotton fabric, acrylic paint with fabric medium, thread A Rose is a Rose
Hanging 102 x 75 cm The inspiration was an exhibition where there were beautiful shapes and colours. This was my response to the exhibition. Cotton fabric, interfacing, thread, backing Fish Pond
Hanging 84 x 107 cm The inspiration was a visit to the local Edogawa Sister City Japanese gardens where the aquatic colours inspired the work. I have added my interpretation with the flowers and the fish. Cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, interfacing, thread, backing |
The Bay
Hanging 104 x 157 cm
A Bay landscape inspired by a local seascape view.
Cotton fabric, wool, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing
Hanging 104 x 157 cm
A Bay landscape inspired by a local seascape view.
Cotton fabric, wool, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing
Red Crowned Cranes Flying
Hanging 53 x 43 cm The flight of the Japanese Red Crowned Cranes Silk fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Red Crowned Cranes under Moon Bridge
Hanging 40 x 37 cm The Japanese Red Crowned Cranes silhouetted in the Moon Bridge Silk & cotton fabric, wool, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Love in Japanese
Hanging 46 x 44 cm L’amour Japanese style Silk & cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Red Crowned Cranes on Blue Silk
Hanging 54 x 43 cm The majestic Japanese Red Crowned Cranes Silk fabric, wool, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Red Crowned Cranes Dancing
Hanging 48 x 43 cm The dance of the Japanese Red Crowned Cranes Silk and cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, ribbon, backing |
The Sentinel
Framed 56 x 48 cm This Sentinel tree is standing guard over the ocean Satin, cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Japanese Farm
Hanging 70 x 81 cm
Rural Japanese snapshot
Cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, beads, thread, backing
Hanging 70 x 81 cm
Rural Japanese snapshot
Cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, beads, thread, backing
Dream in Japanese
Hanging 48 x 34 cm Dreaming of Japan Silk & cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Greener Pastures
Hanging 69 x 137 cm The inspiration was from aerial photos which showed the vivid greens of the local market gardens Cotton fabric, interfacing, thread |
Music in Japanese
Hanging 48 x 45 cm Japanese kabuki performance Silk & cotton fabric, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing |
Barrier Reef 1
Installation 120 x 160 cm
My interpretation of a reef microcosm
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, sequins, beads, acrylic paint with textile medium, various found objects, thread, backing
Installation 120 x 160 cm
My interpretation of a reef microcosm
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, sequins, beads, acrylic paint with textile medium, various found objects, thread, backing
Barrier Reef 2
Installation 190 x 180 cm
A detailed study of the reef colonies. This is my second detailed reef work
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, sequins, beads, acrylic paint with textile medium, various found objects, thread, backing
Installation 190 x 180 cm
A detailed study of the reef colonies. This is my second detailed reef work
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, sequins, beads, acrylic paint with textile medium, various found objects, thread, backing
Revelation
Installation 150 x 119 cm
This larger work is a response to the Moon series
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, acrylic paint with textile medium, various found objects, thread, backing
Installation 150 x 119 cm
This larger work is a response to the Moon series
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, acrylic paint with textile medium, various found objects, thread, backing
Beautiful Garden
Installation 214 x 214 cm
The mysteries of the jungle garden exploding in flowers
This work can be used as a King size quilt
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing
Installation 214 x 214 cm
The mysteries of the jungle garden exploding in flowers
This work can be used as a King size quilt
Cotton fabric, wool, felt, acrylic paint with textile medium, thread, backing
Ode to Picasso
Hanging 82 x 105 cm (The back has a hanging sleeve) The cubism developed by Picasso is developed here on a small scale in fabric Cotton fabric, fabric backing, thread |
Cherry Blossom
Framed (No glass) 92 x 61 cm The pink and white cherry blossom that can be seen in spring around the world Cotton fabric, fabric backing, thread |
Rhapsody in Blue
Hanging 66 x 52 cm (The back has a hanging sleeve) The blue of the COVID period while we were feeling down with bursts of colour as we started to recover Cotton fabric, thread, acrylic paint Urban Jungle
Hanging 121 x 87 cm (The back has a hanging sleeve) Aerial view of roads and green spaces in urban setting Cotton fabric, fabric backing, thread |
Wild Birds in the Outback
Hanging 33 x 42 cm (The back has a hanging sleeve) The Red Centre with birds Cotton fabric, fabric backing, thread |
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