Rosie james born

Artists Statement

Rosie James is an artist working mostly in textiles. Her work explores the use of the sewing machine as a tool for drawing. Her focus falls mainly on people and the kinds of crowds that form when people gather, she is looking for the individual within the crowd. Her work  also encompasses the use of the stitched line to create drawings which explore the whole world of stitch, textiles, fashion, craft etc. The ways in which stitching and textiles figure in our everyday lives is a continuing fascination. Rosie using screen printing as well as machine stitching and applique to create layers of imagery. Recently she has become interested in the ways in which a line is created on the sewing machine and how lines are everywhere we look. These lines link us together.

AXIS Artists Directory

Have a look at my axisweb profile for a comprehensive listing of my work. https://www.axisweb.org/p/rosiejames

Tidiness is an often discussed matter in the textile art world. Should knots be visible or used at all? Is it okay for stitches to be uneven? How closely should loose threads be trimmed? Raw or turned edge for appliqué?

Rosie James is a confident tidiness rule breaker, especially when it comes to hanging threads. And the end results give even the greatest stickler pause.

Rosie’s long hanging threads add meaning and texture that couldn’t be achieved otherwise. They clearly suggest movement in her scenes of daily living, especially in the hustle and bustle of crowds, which is a favourite subject of hers.

Rosie also uses screen printing and appliqué to create a sense of depth and reflection. And she loves exploring non-traditional materials like reflective fabrics and neon threads.

We’re thrilled to invite you into Rosie’s large-scale world. Neatness takes a back seat to some remarkable character development. 

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