About
Maria Smith creates woven textiles that respond to the world around her – from the tide lines on nearby beaches to the reclaimed materials she uses in her work. Her process is a meditative one, allowing her to develop and process her experiences. Mixing wool and fabric, her textiles interweave fishing nets and ropes with organic grasses from the Folkestone area. Her textiles take the shape of vessels, some displaying roots and taking on organic forms, some using ceramic, as well as large wall-hangings.
