Helen Bower Jones
Helen has studied the history of textiles and pattern design for many years as well as pursuing creative work in fiber. Prior to moving to North Carolina she was Assistant Curator at the historic house museum Temple Newsam, Leeds, England. There she photographed, researched and compiled the catalogue of an important collection of historic furnishing textiles, resulting in Textiles at Temple Newsam: the Roger Warner Collection (Leeds Museums & Galleries, 2000).
At present she is exploring the possibilities of traditional patterns and weaving structures applied in non-traditional ways. She has always been inspired by the built environment and other forms of the decorative arts but now, living in the more rural environs of Hillsborough, NC, is increasingly stimulated by the shapes, colors and textures found in nature. Bower Weaving is located in Studio 6, Eno Arts Mill, Hillsborough, NC Viewing is by appointment and every first Friday evening of the month. Exhibitions
2023 Several Infinities, residency group show, Icelandic Textile Center, Blönduós, Iceland 2021 Homage to Klee selected for Durham Art Guild 67th Annual Juried Exhibition, NC |