Alison Holt — Freehand machine embroidery and landscape art

Alison Holt’s work offers a reference for observing how thread can describe natural scenes.

Put it into practice

Study the depth and texture in a piece without copying its composition. Use your own photograph to sketch a foreground and background plan.

Keep a useful record

Keep a small sample beside your notes. Record the fabric, thread, colors and order of work so you can repeat the parts you like. Photograph the piece close up and from normal viewing distance. This resource concerns hand embroidery or textile art; translating the appearance into a computerized machine design requires separate digitizing decisions.

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