art delivery : 10.05.24

She had me at vintage photos and multi-colored fringe. Today’s ‘subscriber in the spotlight’ is UK based Australian artist Rossanne Pellegrino. Here’s a snippet from her artist statement:

“… I am a magpie for art materials. Old photographs, vintage textiles and pre-loved objects are incorporated in my work using collage, embroidery and sewing … There were lessons intrinsically passed on through my family's immigration experiences that are apparent in my work. Storytelling and humour were important. So was mending and making do. Collecting memories like family photographs, keepsakes from their ship journey to Australia or holiday trinkets were all treasured documents of a new life. Assessing the cultural lay of the land and adapting accordingly were essential. This all trickled down and found its way into my artwork. Such as my use of old photos and pre-loved objects that bear the mark of those who owned them before…” [more]

I love all of it soooo much! You can find Rossanne’s work in her online shop, and she’s on Instagram at @rossannepellegrino.

Oh my goodness, I have to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU! Last Saturday I sent out a survey to help me with my current series of collages. I was so overwhelmed by the response… your answers were beautiful, honest, and I may have teared up more than once. Thank you for being so vulnerable when you answered my question. There will be more to come re: my personal work… I’m so excited to show all of you what I’m up to! xo

Have a great weekend ~ Danielle