about
Madeleine is mostly self-taught. She has been making “things” since her earliest recollection, her grandmother teaching her to knit before going to kindergarten.She has attended many workshops over 40 years as a craftsperson, and taught many workshops too. She was in fibre in the 70’s, in metal in the 80’s until now. She has exhibited in Japan,& Paris,France, had one person shows in Toronto,Montreal,& Comox,BC. , owned a gallery in West Vancouver for 10 years.She now works in her home workshop employing 2 helpers one day a week.
Madeleine’s jewellery collection consists of bracelets, pins, earrings and necklaces, and small sculpture.
artist statement
I am happiest when I have work in hand, and especially when I am playing with a new idea.. My workshop is my island, my bit of Heaven. I have always been making things, from my earliest recollection .I like whimsy, surprises , fun things and things that move. My fibre work of the ’70 s still influences my metal work. Who knows what tomorrow brings.
