Fibre and Wood
In alphabetical order by surname.
Mark Caton
- Waihi
Peter Coleman
- Thames
Alan Jones
- Thames
"My interest in pottery started with mastering the wheel but over the years I became more interested in developing forms and shapes, building and sculpturing by hand.
My wood turning skills also allow me to incorporate recycled native timbers into my art."
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Raewyn Penrose
- Coromandel
I like to describe felt-making as ‘painting with wool’.
I use fine NZ merino as my primary base material to create my one-off, unique pieces, and often incorporate other natural fibres such as silk. I've been enjoying experimenting with screen printed embellishment in more recent work.
My first love is fashion clothing & accessory design, but create other products such as wall art, furnishings, mood lighting, carry bags etc.
I also offer individual/group feltmaking workshops, covering a wide variety of techniques and catering for students of all skill levels. A fun, creative day.
Mike Tate
- Thames
Thames Coast resident Mike Tate’s extremely varied and interesting past has led him on a journey to becoming the unique artist he is today
Mike’s move into carving began when he inherited an old bandsaw that his Great Grandfather used. He started cutting out boards and carving things that he saw in the bush. This has extended to other subjects, including boat wrecks, whales, fish, wall art etc.
Mike says he enjoys the creative process and when he is on a roll he can’t stop. He hopes people can relate to what he’s doing because he loves to share his experiences and love of his craft with everyone.
