Press & Other News
Christmas Shopping
22nd Oct 2009
Join Liz in Somerset for one more event that is sure to delight in plenty of time for Christmas gifts or just pure indulgence. A weekend shopping event at the stunning location of Compton House, Axbridge. Liz presents the latest Boa collection and gorgeous silk corsages. These will be available to buy or commission in bespoke colours and fibre blends along with antique silk kimonos and other exquisite accessories from Liz's travels in Japan.
Saturday 31st October 10am to 6pm
Sunday 1st November 10am to 4.30pm. Compton House
Radio Interview
22nd Sep 2009
John Ford at BBC Somerset chatted to Liz about Somerset Art Weeks and Liz's international fashion connections. listen again…
Successful Launch For SAW
4th Sep 2009
Liz joined fellow artists and guests at the launch of Somerset Art Weeks. She demonstrated feltmaking techniques and signed copies of her book Nuno Felt and opened bookings for the felt workshop sessions to be held in her studio on both Mondays during the event. Her exhibition CONNECTIONS II runs for the duration of SAW 2009 and shows fabulous textile creations from UK and Japan (Venue 83). Fosse Way Magazine
English Eclectic meets Japanese Aesthetic
24th Jul 2009
Following her succcessful solo exhibition in Kyoto last November, Liz has invited two international textile artists from Japan, Kazuko Yamanaka and Kae Kawai, to exhibit with her at the Bishop's Palace in Wells. The work demonstrates innovative designs in metal, paper and wool and expresses each artist's individual voice to provide a stimulating and exciting exhibition. The exhibition is open daily 10:30 - 5pm (Sat until 1pm) from 2nd to 14th August. Admission charge to the Bishop's Palace applies.
Open Studio Workshops
8th Jun 2009
Once again, feltmaker and textile designer Liz Clay is joining over 270 artists across the county for Somerset Art Works annual event. During SAW '09 Liz will be running four 2-hour workshops. Booking for these is essential. Please use the form or call Liz (01749 870648) to reserve a place. For further details of artists and makers taking part in SAW '09 please visit SAW’s website
Selected for Origin 09
30th Apr 2009
For the fourth year in succession Liz has been selected for Origin, The London Contemporary Craft Fair to be held at Somerset House, London in October. Origin takes place over two weeks and Liz's week is yet to be announced. www.craftscouncil.org.uk
