Thames Centre, Ontario, Canada
After pursing a diverse educational background with degrees in Early Childhood Education, Interior Design and Anthropology, Chris was still feeling the need to pursue ART! Attending the renowned BEAL ART PROGRAM,Chris studied all forms of art and in her last year specialized in fibre and sculpture. She joined the Canadian Embroiderers Guild in London, ON and continues to enjoy all forms of stitch related activity. Along the way, friends Margi Hennen and Katherine Belzer led Chris along a path to combining her love for sculpture and stitch, and to creating amazing dolls and free standing three dimentional art. As a member of the CONNECTIONS Fibre Artists Group and exhibition artist, Chris’ work is recognized for its complexity, beautiful colour and elements of design. She hopes to share your journey in her workshop here at FIBREWORKS. "I have always been inspired by the simplicity and pure calming shape of the human form: there is a promise of something more – a story – a secret. I work mainly in fibre, and I love decorative designs in vibrant colour. These, juxtaposed with found materials, create excitement and humour in my work."