Emily Mackey remembers the moment she first stepped into a weaving workshop, the sights, the smells, the sounds. She felt at home immediately, and once she began weaving, she never looked back. She describes weaving as “intrinsic to who I am; it’s like breathing”. Watching Emily working on the loom, it certainly does appear to be an extension of her being. The rhythm and flow of the threads, as though naturally working themselves into intricate patterns, appears effortless. She also incorporates other techniques such as embroidery and straw plaiting, and works across a variety of fibres, reflecting the needs of each piece she creates. Her sensitivity to the material is a hallmark of the work she produces.
Emily Mackey
