StudioSvenja

I am a textile artist living in Brisbane, Australia with my husband Matt and our two beautiful Maine Coon pusskas, Sascha & Mischa. Like many artists I am inspired by the wonders of nature, in particular the intricate forms of lichen and fungi. I’ve done a variety of formal studies along the way, but have learnt the most at workshops by many talented textile tutors, and in my fashion design studies. I felt, I dye, I screenprint, devore (burnout) print, I embellish with free-motion embroidery, I sew garments. I adore the process of making my own individual, expressive, and colourful fabric. I also love the related processes – sketching, researching, dreaming, moments of inspiration and eureka! moments. I firmly believe that life is too short not to dress up, to express ourselves, and create a visual feast in daily life, both for our own enjoyment, and for others. I look at my work as sculptural pieces that can be worn and enjoyed, by both the wearer and the viewer.