Show Notes
It's the school summer holidays and I'm taking a break. So instead of new chats, I'm replaying some of my old favourites! This is a repeat of episode #86. In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Stephanie Kelly Clark. Stephanie is a contemporary embroidery artist whose work transforms humble homes and everyday moments into rich visual stories stitched with painterly precision. In this first part of our conversation, we explore her creative upbringing, the role of art in parenting, and her evolving relationship with embroidery as a medium. From homemade Halloween costumes to thread-based storytelling, Stephanie shares how her domestic life and artistic journey are deeply intertwined.
Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:29 – Life as Art: Parenting and Creativity 00:10:25 – Artistic Process: From Painting to Embroidery 00:13:34 – The Evolution of an Artist: Finding One's Voice 00:16:18 – Contemporary Art vs. Craft: Defining the Medium 00:19:27 – Conceptualising Art: The Role of Medium in Storytelling 00:22:39 – The Journey of an Artist: Embracing Change and Growth 00:25:42 – Creating with Intention: The Importance of Composition
Links: Website: stephaniekclark Instagram: artiststephaniekellyclark
Intro music is Sunset by OTE via Epidemic Sound.
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