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Jennifer Hanley piece featured in the Examiner Jan 2012.

Great start to the year!

www.refoundonline.com/162-jennifer-hanley

ARTIST STATEMENT

The emphasis of my practice is on texture, decoration and the hybrid mix of traditional and contemporary techniques; to create simple, uncomplicated fabrics and sculptural forms.

THE REFOUND PIECE

The chair jumped out to straight away.  I loved the detail on the base of the chair and used this for my inspiration in restyling it, emphasizing the straight lines and structure of the pieced detail throughout the entire chair.

MATERIALS
wood, paint and metallic foils
 www.unfolddesigns.com

ARTIST STATEMENT

I have a keen interest in the perception of self; the personal and collective memory and the relationship with personal identities.

THE REFOUND PIECE

Often the hint of nudity is more provocative and its in this way that I treated the table, by giving only slight coverage. A see through pattern to cover some of the corners and legs, like lace ready to drop off. This pattern draws the eye to the beauty to the natural wood underneath by contracting and complementing both foams.

MATERIALS
Paint, Patterned paper, Plastic lining, Tac pins
www.jenniferhanleyart.co.uk

ARTIST STATEMENT

My work lies between image making and image manipulation, combining digital elements with traditional processes. Influenced by a love of paper, collage, pattern & texture, my work combines a passion for all things colourful and unusual.

THE REFOUND PIECE

Influenced by the elegant structure of the table I wanted to compliment it with a classical design. Taking inspiration from the drifting of summer into autumn, the copper and purples hues compliment the rich tones of the dark mahogany stain. I created an intricate design of withering flowers and vinese using decoupage.

MATERIALS
wood stain, hand made paper, mod podge, water-based polyurethane.

http://www.trishamcnally.com/

ARTIST STATEMENT

Colour is dominant in my work due to my fascination with how it has the capacity to evoke memory and change perception. Playing upon these, my work draws on the dynamics of space, whilst employing a childlike aesthetic.

THE REFOUND PIECE

I wanted a piece that would have a prominent place in a room. Making the piece ‘functional’ was of great importance. What I found fascinating was by placing perspex on top future owner could use my design as a functional table for everyday life.

MATERIALS
Balloon Ribbon, paint, perspex

http://www.janebutler.net/

ARTIST STATEMENT

I am a multi-disciplined artist. Areas of interest include screen-printing, illustration, textile design and poetry. A magpie in a past life I am drawn to metallic surfaces and shiny vibrant things.
Studying nFashion and Textile design, specializing in screen-printing has enabled me to illuminate diverse surfaces with my strong, graphic drawing skills. I have exhibited throughout Ireland, China and Finland.

THE REFOUND PIECE

I instantly loved the half moon shape of this classic table and the tonal quality of the wood. I created a 5-colour screen print on suede drawing inspiration from the film Jason and the Argonauts, which drapes seductively over the tabletop capturing the shape of the hide. This piece is playful and unique featuring enchanting female iconography along with skulls and skeletons.

MATERIALS
5 colour Screen-print on Suede

 http://www.shaunamcgowan.com/

 
ARTIST STATEMENT

James is behind “It’s All Gone Vintage Darling!”, a Belfast based business specializing in vintage furniture and home ware as well as upstyled items for his ‘Twisted Vintage’ range.

THE REFOUND PIECE

Intervention was kept to a minimum to allow the elegant mid-century Danish inspired design & lines to shine through. A period colour palette of dove grey and rich mustard accentuates the original design and complement the rich red/brown tones of the original teak unit.

As with the accompanying sideboard, intervention was kept to a minimum to allow the elegant mid-century Danish inspired design & lines to shine through.

MATERIALS
Paint, varnish, milk glass top
www.itsallgonevintagedarling.co.uk

Due to interest from other upstylers in supplying the ReFound Pop-up shop with more restyled furniture, we are inviting more upcyclers in vintage furniture and accessories to be included in the next pop-up shop. We want to hear from some of the regions most talented, creative and crafty upcyclers!

If you are interested in finding out more email Jill@refoundonline.com for the Creative Brief for restyled pieces for RF Pop-up #6 Pop-up shop,  March 2012 in Belfast city center.