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An exhibition of felted 3D works, made by Stanmore Bay artist Sarndra Cowley, not only express emotion but is also accessible to the very young, making it a great option for a school holiday visit.
Sarndra has been felting for around two years, making her first pieces while studying at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology in Tauranga.
Originally her art revolved around photography, glass and ceramics – Sarndra says felting is similar to ceramics because it requires manipulating and sculpting the material.
Different wools, and silk (including Sari silk waste) combine in her work and she uses the latest technology, including 3D printing and laser cutting techniques. Ceramics and other materials are also incorporated in some pieces.
Having been a florist for 17 years, Sarndra chose blooms as the subject for her fibre sculptures that are currently on display at Estuary Arts Centre in Ōrewa.
The subject matter is thought provoking and includes Divorce, Post Natal Depression and Motherhood.
However, at the same time the felted works, large and small, are colourful and textural, fascinating to children.
Sarndra is also a student teacher in visual art and technologies at Whangaparāoa College.
Her exhibition is on at Estuary Arts Centre in Ōrewa, March 25-April 28.
