GLENNA TREASURE

Lively, ONTARIO

Glenna Treasure began honing her creative abilities at her garden centre designing with plant material. More recently she has been using textiles to recreate local scenes. It is an unusual medium she was introduced to while on a trip to Newfoundland and it quickly became a passion. With her keen sense of colour and texture, her passion has quickly become her budding career.

Artist Statement:

Who knew that while on a vacation in Newfoundland at a St John’s gallery I would find my creative passion. Being a traditional quilter it was easy to appreciate the talents of Karen Colborne Martin, the featured artist. I was in awe of her work and immediately new I wanted to learn this unique art form. I could see the possibilities of capturing Northern Ontario Landscapes in fabric. I have learned to use colour, texture and print scale to capture a look or effect and I love the challenge.

When I first started I did a series of pieces depicting mining town sites that no longer exists. May goal was to capture the distinct landscape focusing on the influences of the mining industry capturing the devastation as well as the beauty. There is an emphasis on colour and texture to give these pieces a three dimensional appearance. It is local history that is very dear to me. The spirit of a small mining town is a part of my soul. Since then I have branched out to include some contemporary pieces.

My creative process usually starts with a local scene or a photo or a sleepless night when I get a notion. Then I set out to fine the appropriate fabric in my ever-growing stash. This process takes some time. I could try a number of textiles before I am satisfied with the results. I cannot imagine a life void of fabric. The thrill of collecting fabric for current or future projects is addictive. I know I have textiles I might never use, who care at the time I just had to have them.

I loose myself completely in my work and can spend hours in my studio developing new techniques. I am always challenging my self with the never-ending projects and possibilities.

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