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Contemporary Baskets

inspired by natural forms such as pebbles and boulders

These baskets are inspired by natural forms such as pebbles and boulders and man-made forms especially large scale ceramic vases. I have also been in awe of the work of Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth since I studied at Bretton Hall and had access to The Yorkshire Sculpture Park . When weaving these baskets I feel as though I am building sculptural forms. I become lost in repetition of the weave and enjoy the fluidity of the willow. Usually each basket informs the next one.

If you would like to commission a contemporary basket contact Sue to discuss your order.

  • 07415 240944
  • suekirkwillowbaskets@outlook.com
side shot oval basket-s
3xhazel handle
oval and tall slewed x2
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Contemporary Baskets for Houghton Hall , The Stables. Norfolk By Design 2019
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2 bulbous herringbone weave-s
oval herringbone weave basket (2)
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bulbous herringbone weave basket
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Sue Kirk 6
oval bulbous hazel handle
round interlace

WORKSHOPS THE OLD BREWERY STUDIOS

AVAILABILITY ON UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

 

Wall Basket with Marguerite Herlant 27th and 28th July

Round Reinforced Openwork with Marguerite Herlant 30th July-1st August

Square Lidded Basket with Soft Corners with Nadine Anderson 14th-16th September

Christmas Decorations with the Coddiwomplers 26th October

Ali Baba Linen Basket with Anna Liebmann 11th-13th November 

Go to the workshop page for more details, you can also contact Sue by email to discuss workshop bookings.