Marbling is an ancient aqueous technique in which the creation process takes place entirely on the surface of the water. Specially prepared paints float on the thickened liquid, being choreographed into more or less controlled patterns. The designs are later transferred to paper or fabric.
Marbling is currently classified as an endangered heritage craft in the UK.
I follow in the footsteps of traditional marblers and create our paints from natural pigments, which makes the whole process more organic. The colours are deeply rooted in nature and reflect the hues of wild wonders we come across.
All ingredients I use for marbling are vegan and environmentally friendly.
Suminagashi is a primal form of marbling, that originated in Japan in the XII century. The name translates as ink floating, with the main ingredient being a vegetable soot-based Sumi ink. The meditative nature of the creation process is a crucial part of it. It is said that every emotion of the maker gets registered in the pattern made.
Suminagashi designs that I create are transferred to paper and high-quality textiles, including Japanese silk and nettle fabric (ramie). They are later used for producing innovative, experimental pieces.
