Rachel Sumner
 | | Lighthouse | | |
|  | | Boat Yard | | |
|  | | Sardines | | |
|  | | Fishing Boats |  SOLD |
|  | | On the Beach | | |
|  | | Up the Garden Path | | |
|  | | Little Ark | | SOLD |
|  | | Oyster Catcher | | SOLD |
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Mary & Rachel are sisters who began their artistic careers by studying painting, Mary gaining a BA Hons degree at West Sussex College of Art Rachel at Maidstone College of Art. Although they work from separate studios, they do join forces to mount exhibitions and produce joint projects. The technique of painting on silk involves drawing with 'gutta', a liquid solution that is squeezed through a fine nib, followed by painting with dyes. These produce the vibrant colours associated with their work and can be used with watercolours. A long steaming process then follows, which fixes and intensifies the colours. Dying, stitching as well as hand painting is also used. Inspiration comes from fascination with the infinite variety of forms and colour in the natural world. Land, seascapes, gardens and animals are recurring themes in their wall hangings, scarves, shawls, ties and cards. |
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