This really resonates with me!!! I went to Art School in the early 1990's and was told that if I wanted to be taken seriously as an artist then I should not touch anything that bordered on craft or that could be termed 'women's art'. This included weaving, tapestry, basket making, knitting, quilting, etc. It was definitely considered a lesser art form at the time! When I left I became a full time craftsperson working in wood and then leather, and now, in wool as well. Processing my own fleeces, dyeing, spinning, weaving and felting, feels like coming home. I draw on inspiration from the countryside around me and feel excited about trying to capture the changing seasons in wearable art. I love your work Moy, it's beautiful, it was a little bit of joy finding this video. Best wishes to you!
Just ran across this which I especially love because I was just there learning with you in your lovely home and studio, not to mention the countryside! Hugs to you, Moy!
This is so beautiful and the fibres are so delicate. Really appreciated watching her mindful practice, using nature as an inspiration. Felting would be something I’d love to try out.
Thank you, I share your philosophy of what art is. A genuine need to express one’s living experience both physically and emotionally without the trappings of the celebrity syndrome. Very inspiring, bravo. Marijo
I love to paint and embroider. I feel like this is almost a marriage of the two by treating the wool fibers as paint. I definitely want to try my hand at this
patrzeć na świat w taki sposób i tak kolorowo żyć. gratuluję, podziwiam, życzę wszystkiego co najlepsze i biorę się do pracy. to co zobaczyłam jest dla mnie ogromnie kolorową inspiracją.
I love your work and your beautiful Scottish accent. My dear friend Wendy was from Arboath and I could listen to her talk all day long. Sadly we lost her to cancer a few yrs ago, but thank you for reminding me how much Ive missed her and what a treasured friend she was. Cheers from stinking hot FL. ;-)
Excellent! I will show this to my High School students. We are starting a felting project. You go into your inspiration and pre sketches etc. Thanks so much I thought I was going to have to make a video myself till I found yours!
Your work from the sketches to the finished pieces are spectacular!!! Colors, textures - your work has it all. I'm just starting to explore wool art as its fascinating. I've been collecting wool from thrift shops and have a lovely selection to start with. Thanks so much for sharing your talent!!
I love this! I've been needle felting and want to try THIS! Did I miss it; what is the foundation of this piece - a square of felt fabric? Love your creations!
One of the reasons it wasn't categorized as fine art is because it was predominantly a women's art ... cynical? Maybe, but that doesn't make it any less true. This is lovely work and so inspiring. Would love to find more of this woman's work.
She has a Gallery in Peebles and a website! Moy Mackay is a wonderful teacher as well. I was fortunate enough to “cross the pond” and go to one of her art retreats!
This really resonates with me!!!
I went to Art School in the early 1990's and was told that if I wanted to be taken seriously as an artist then I should not touch anything that bordered on craft or that could be termed 'women's art'. This included weaving, tapestry, basket making, knitting, quilting, etc. It was definitely considered a lesser art form at the time!
When I left I became a full time craftsperson working in wood and then leather, and now, in wool as well. Processing my own fleeces, dyeing, spinning, weaving and felting, feels like coming home. I draw on inspiration from the countryside around me and feel excited about trying to capture the changing seasons in wearable art.
I love your work Moy, it's beautiful, it was a little bit of joy finding this video. Best wishes to you!
Just ran across this which I especially love because I was just there learning with you in your lovely home and studio, not to mention the countryside! Hugs to you, Moy!
So beautiful!💕
This is so beautiful and the fibres are so delicate. Really appreciated watching her mindful practice, using nature as an inspiration. Felting would be something I’d love to try out.
Fantastic video
I am so glad that you showed your outdoor sitting area
Thank you, I share your philosophy of what art is. A genuine need to express one’s living experience both physically and emotionally without the trappings of the celebrity syndrome. Very inspiring, bravo. Marijo
A beautiful piece of art created through, to me, an amazing process!
I love to paint and embroider. I feel like this is almost a marriage of the two by treating the wool fibers as paint. I definitely want to try my hand at this
I’ve been an admirer for about 10 years, and you gave me courage to be more daring with what I do in felt, especially adding stitching. Thanks, Moy.
Excellent! Really excellent! 💜💜💜
I love your art! You’re right about the color. It’s like alive. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and art!
Moy is my favorite fibre artist!!❤❤
Absolutely gorgeous ❤ Louise and Emily
Adorable! I feel relaxed and happier after watching this nice video! Thank you a lot for your job!
patrzeć na świat w taki sposób i tak kolorowo żyć. gratuluję, podziwiam, życzę wszystkiego co najlepsze i biorę się do pracy. to co zobaczyłam jest dla mnie ogromnie kolorową inspiracją.
I love your work and your beautiful Scottish accent. My dear friend Wendy was from Arboath and I could listen to her talk all day long. Sadly we lost her to cancer a few yrs ago, but thank you for reminding me how much Ive missed her and what a treasured friend she was. Cheers from stinking hot FL. ;-)
That was so inspiring. I am a spinner first but dip into all the fibre arts so know you are a real artist in fibre. Thankyou😊
Excellent! I will show this to my High School students. We are starting a felting project. You go into your inspiration and pre sketches etc. Thanks so much I thought I was going to have to make a video myself till I found yours!
It is very soothing watching you and listening to you, apart from the totally cool art process and work!
Such a lovely lady❤
I love what you create and I love that you found your place to create it!
Your work from the sketches to the finished pieces are spectacular!!! Colors, textures - your work has it all. I'm just starting to explore wool art as its fascinating. I've been collecting wool from thrift shops and have a lovely selection to start with. Thanks so much for sharing your talent!!
Gorgeous,the colors are amazing, the artwork, Wow!
Hello I am Roxanne, from Italy, l am a fan l admire your work and lam grateful. Love you so much!!
Amazing work!
Beautiful and skilful! ❤
Lovely!!!
Beautiful 😍
Beautiful ❤
Beautiful piece, Moy, and a great short video on the process!!
Beautiful
Una hermosa obra de arte en vellón!!! Felicitaciones !!!😊🎉🎉🎉
Love your work❤
Your artwork is very beautiful! I wanted to mix the two felting methods. Thank you!
I wish I could sketch like that ❤
Love it! I also have a book about felting from her 😍
amazing😊😊😊
I love this! I've been needle felting and want to try THIS! Did I miss it; what is the foundation of this piece - a square of felt fabric? Love your creations!
So beautiful! Do you find you have more control with using mesh than with bubble wrap to felt your piece? Another tip I have picked up. 💖
Your work is beautiful. What do you lay down first to put the wool on?
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♣️♦️♥️♠️Big ups to the Casino!♠️♥️♦️♣️
One of the reasons it wasn't categorized as fine art is because it was predominantly a women's art ... cynical? Maybe, but that doesn't make it any less true. This is lovely work and so inspiring. Would love to find more of this woman's work.
She has a Gallery in Peebles and a website! Moy Mackay is a wonderful teacher as well. I was fortunate enough to “cross the pond” and go to one of her art retreats!
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Can you also read people’s minds??