Midge Gourlay

Work by Midge Gourlay

Work by Midge Gourlay

Work by Midge Gourlay

‘Birches’ by Midge Gourlay. Dyes, textile paints, hand stitch, lace. 34cm x 22cm.

Work by Midge Gourlay

‘Wee Baby Shoe’ by Midge Gourlay. 3D print. 11cm.

‘White Shoe’ by Midge Gourlay. Paper and fabrics. 25cm.

‘White Shoe’ detail by Midge Gourlay. Paper and fabrics. 25cm.

‘Garden – Autumn – Night’ detail by Midge Gourlay. Fabrics, machine and hand stitch. 63cm x 91cm.

‘Garden – Autumn – Night’ by Midge Gourlay. Fabrics, machine and hand stitch. 63cm x 91cm.

Artist Statement

I am a textile artist and teacher. I trained at the Glasgow School of Art specialising in embroidery and weaving. I am an active member of Edge.

Currently I work from my studio in Port Appin. I am influenced and inspired by local land and seascapes, Celtic mythology, trees and plants. Techniques I use include dyeing, fabric manipulation, machine and hand embroidery, use of textile paints and handmade papers.

I also make decorative shoes from papers, fabrics and paints working round old shoe lasts.