Blue Lines

Original hand-painted silk wall hanging from the Ceres Collection.

Inspiration

Inspired by the rural landscape surrounding Ceres in Fife, this piece draws upon the painted sheds, weathered agricultural buildings and distinctive blue doors found throughout the local countryside. The strong vertical and horizontal elements echo architectural details within the landscape, while layers of blue create a dialogue between built structures and the ever-changing Scottish sky.

Process

Each wall hanging is individually hand painted, allowing colour, form and composition to evolve through the making process. Working directly onto silk creates subtle variations in tone and intensity, bringing a sense of depth and movement to the surface. The fluid qualities of the silk ensure that every piece is unique.

Materials & Hanging

Hand painted on sandwashed spun silk.

The wall hanging is suspended from a concealed rod fixed at two points along the upper edge. This simple hanging method allows the fabric to hang naturally, revealing the personality and movement of the silk while allowing its soft lustre to catch and respond to changing light throughout the day.

Dimensions

120 cm (W) × 155 cm (H)

Edition

One-off original artwork.

With its generous scale and strong presence, this piece is particularly suited to large stairwells, double-height spaces, entrance halls and commercial interiors where it can become a striking focal point.

Care

The dyes used are sensitive to prolonged direct sunlight, as is common with most coloured textiles. To help preserve the vibrancy of the artwork, it is recommended that the piece is displayed away from direct sunlight.

Dust gently with a soft feather duster or clean, dry cloth as required.