Heather Dorrough b. 1933

Also known as Heather Denise Blake-Smith
  • Maker (Jewellery Designer),
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Sculptor),
  • Artist (Painter),
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer),
  • Artist (Installation Artist)
Dorrough was born in London where she worked as an interior designer. She came to Australia via New York and continued her interiors work while lecturing at the UNSW. After 1964, she began exploring textiles and other media. She is well known for her textile wall hangings and installations commissions.
Tags: Fabric art, Wearable art, Artist working with architects
creator of
Convict shadows
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URL
http://www.hht.net.au/discover/highlights/higlights/art_at_the_properties/paintings_and_drawings2/paintings_and_drawings/heather_dorrough
 
creator of
'Twelve Hangings' held in NSW Parliament House.
Date
 
creator of
Bird brooch; bird of paradise
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URL
http://cs.nga.gov.au/Detail.cfm?IRN=99657