Natural talent will be at the root of a new exhibition at the Auld Kirk Museum, Kirkintilloch.
'Printing in Woodlands' - from 18 February to 30 March - features a range of unique works by Glasgow artist Elisabeth Viguie-Culshaw.
Elisabeth will also be joining forces with two fellow artists to offer workshops in botanical printing, paper weaving and bookbinding.
'Printing in Woodlands' captures moments of natural magic on fabric and paper - using natural and recycled materials. Botanical printing involves the use of natural objects - such as plants - and dyes extracted from natural sources.
"In my Glasgow sustainable studio I work only with botanical resources and natural fibres I find in the garden and local park," explains Elisabeth
"I decided to curate my own exhibition of botanical moments, selecting pieces I made and others made with me, but linked with specific moments of my eco life. They are old friends that remind me of discovery, learning, sharing and laughter.
"They are also a great record of fibres and botanicals I find wherever I am and a sketchbook of my constant learning process."
The prints are not just about creating art or learning a process. They tell the story of the connection between individuals at a very moment when their love for nature and a sustainable process allow them to work together.
Elisabeth has invited two Scottish artists - weaver Katherine Cowtan and bookbinder Cassandra Barron - to collaborate with her. Three online courses will be held - available for booking from 18 February.
'Printing in Woodlands' will be on at the Auld Kirk Museum, Cowgate, Kirkintilloch, from 18 February to 30 March 2023. Entry is free. For opening hours, visit the Auld Kirk website.
Jim Neill - Chair of East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Trust, which operates the Auld Kirk - said, "Elisabeth's adventures blend art and ecology in unique and fascinating ways. The exhibition promises to be a fascinating glimpse into the natural beauty which surrounds and permeates our lives. I hope as many people as possible get the chance to see it and perhaps get involved online."
The official opening of the exhibition will take place at 2pm on Saturday 18 February and there will be accompanying events.
A Botanical Printing Workshop on 22 February has sold out, but there is a workshop on Mixed Media: Paper Weaving with Katherine Cowtan at the Auld Kirk Museum on Wednesday 1 March from 10am. Visit the EDLC booking website for details [opens in new window].
You can follow Elisabeth's eco adventures via her Instagram account and visit her Link Tree webpage.
