Brenda Gael Smith lives and creates on the land of the Darkinjung people at Copacabana on the Central Coast. She creates textile paintings and sketches made from a rich palette of  her hand-dyed fabrics complemented by extensive, textural stitching demonstrating the transformative power of stitch. Abstraction is a persistent and insistent force. Working improvisationally, she captures the essence of my subjects to impart a sense of wonder of the natural world and a strong affinity to place.

Brenda’s teaching focus is on freeform piecing, effective design and the use of colour – to promote fun and encourage creative momentum. Her presentations and workshops draw upon her experience and insights as an exhibiting artist, curator, judge, quilt judging educator, writer and mentor. Learn more at www.serendipitypatchwork.com.au and www.brendagaelsmith.com