Design-Nation at London Craft Week 2021
4th - 10th October 2021
Fiona is delighted to join 24 multi-talented makers as part of Design-Nation UK’s selected showcase at London Craft Week 2021. Artists will share their most recent work, which exemplifies excellence in craft in a wide range of disciplines. Don’t miss the Private View and film launch on Monday 4th October at 7.30pm. Fiona invites you into her studio for a group ‘What’s on your Workbench’ session at noon on Monday 4th October and then to join a discussion on what makes great modern craft on Wednesday 6th October at 7.30pm. All events are free but it’s essential to book. Click on the image above to find links for booking.
Synesthesia II - Artists, Writers, Curators Collaboration
Launch 6th June 2022
This is the second instalment of a really exciting collaborative project bringing together curators, writers and artists. It's an opportunity for Cornish creatives to share their work, connecting to London and the wider world. Thanks go to partners Cultivator Cornwall, University of Plymouth and Dateagle Art for selecting me. I had a really thought-provoking and interesting interview. I was paired with Anna Souter, an independent writer, editor and curator with an interest in contemporary art and ecology. In the online publication, the words will be complemented by some analogue camera snaps from my studio and John Hersey visited me last week to shoot some professional photos. I’m intrigued to see what he makes of me with my work in my space. I'm looking forward to reading all the pieces and seeing the studio shots. * Key date * for your diary - launch 6th June - www.synesthesia.online
Open Studios Cornwall
1st - 5th June 2022
For the first time, Fiona will be opening her workspace doors for Open Studios Cornwall. You'll have a chance to meet this artist’s design partner: the amazing TC2 digital jacquard loom. On show for sale will be large hand-woven contemporary hangings, smaller framed artworks and drawings. Come and enjoy meeting the maker in rural Cornwall. Buy original art and chat about design, diggers, chard and chickens! Opening times: 11am-4pm Wednesday 1st - Sunday 5th June. See website fionajsperryn.com for full details.
Decorex 2022
9th - 12th October 2022
Two of my handwoven digital tapestries from the Shallows series will be shown for the first time at Decorex from 9th to 12th October. This interior design trade fair takes place at Olympia in London and I will be sharing Stand G162 (ground floor) with some inspiring Design-Nation makers. I’m really looking forward to getting to know them and hearing about their practices. I'll be at the show each day and am happy to chat about design ideas, my making process and commissions. Decorex gives the chance to discover some fantastic brands, see the latest interiors products and have the opportunity to meet designer-makers and luxury brands. There is also a series of inspiring Design Talks by 80 experts, where you can pick up tips, insights and new perspectives. This trade fair is industry-focused but opens to the public on the Tuesday. Opening times: Sunday 9th October 10.00 - 18.00 Monday 10th October 10.00 - 18.00 Tuesday 11th October 10.00 - 19.00 (Consumer day) Wednesday 12th October 10.00 - 17.00 To book visit www.https://www.decorex.com
‘Shine’ Innovative Design-Nation artists and makers in the South West
On now until 2nd Jan 2022
SHINE, an exhibition of work by nine Design-Nation members in Cornwall and Devon, opens 12th November 2022 at the Bedruthan Hotel, Mawgan Porth. The work demonstrates authentic, exceptional craftsmanship and design ability in glass, textiles, ceramics, jewellery and lighting. Fiona is showing a large digital tapestry and a collection of smaller framed pieces entitled Scapes, all handwoven, in the Create Cornwall gallery at this hotel, which overlooks the stunning sandy bay and impressive rock formations of the Cornish north coast. The regional Cornwall and Devon Cluster work together to exhibit and here selected artists showcase personal responses to the land, its history and its objects. All these artists are experts in their field with years of skilled making. They collect imagery and treasures and each has a firm grounding in their environment. By sharing their vision of Cornwall’s awesome beauty, they send out a gentle invitation for us to consider our impact on the environment. Bedruthan Hotel and Spa Cornwall, Trenance, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, TR8 4BU. Gallery open Mon-Sun 10am-5pm. Phone: 01637 860860
London Craft Week exhibition - Future Icons Selects
11 - 14 May 2023
I’m delighted to announce that I have been selected for a prestigious exhibition as part of London Craft Week 2023. Running from 11th to 14th May at the Oxo Tower Wharf, Future Icons Selects showcases the latest in top notch making and design. Curated by Louisa Pacifico, the show will be open from 12 to 6 each day with free admission. Find inspiration with over 70 leading international artisans and in person workshops: the finest interior accessories, furniture, jewellery, fashion accessories, artwork and objets d’art in a range of media from cloth, pape and leather and wood, glass and ceramic. Future Icons Selects at The Bargehouse, Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House St, London SE1 9PH. Thursday 11th March - Sunday 14th March 2023. Open 12pm to 6pm each day. Any questions, give me a call on 07800 773054.