The silk painting process.

The story begins with naturally white silk fresh from the spinners and weavers of this exotic fibre. The silk is stretched tight to provide a canvas upon which to paint.

Design is achieved by drawing onto the silk with a substance called gutta. Gutta acts as a resist as it penetrates the silk and forms a barrier against dye flow.

Thus can colour and design be developed upon the surface of the silk.

After completion, the silk is rolled up and placed within a silk steamer which heat sets the dyes.

The silk is then washed and ironed before sewing or framing.

More information on Silk, Colour and the Magic of Silk:

The Magic of Silk - Silk is luxurious and sensuous, prized for its versatility, comfort and wearability.

Colour - I love colour and the sensations it creates. Colour radiates energy. It fills me when I am empty and takes me on my next adventure. To me colour is music, fabulous food, always nourishing. It takes me out of my head and into my heart.

Caring for Silk - Silk makes a wonderful travelling companion, taking up little space in the luggage. Most wrinkles will disappear if garment is hung overnight, or hung in the bathroom during a shower.