Darren Calder – Love-Tapestry

I began making art in Trinidad age ten, ever since I was given a sketch book by an uncle. I did some art training and found I enjoyed communicating thoughts and experiences through mark-making/drawing and art works.
I was introduced to a textile-based way of working in print and weave at Camberwell School of art which I loved, and I have continued working in that way ever since though it’s been difficult to find representation or a community to grow creatively in. I use and reuse items sometimes found or donated or purchase specific materials.
Over time I learned tapestry weaving as well as rug making techniques. I use both to manipulate a mixture of traditional materials, such as wool, cotton, wire, as well as non-traditional
Objects: bones, stone, plastic, even whole items of clothing.
I was able to do a Contemporary Tapestry weaving dip at West Dean College.