A new exhibition featuring the shortlisted entries from a textile competition has been launched in Sedbergh.
Farfield Mill has opened its "Celebrating Wool" exhibition, which showcases the entries from its first textile competition.
The competition invited participants to interpret the theme of "Celebrating Wool" in any way they wished, taking inspiration from the heritage of the British wool industry, the landscape where sheep graze, or using wool in their artwork.
The exhibition presents an array of works, including weaving, embroidery, felting, knitting, mixed media textile art, and three-dimensional sculptures.
"A Perfect Day on the Farm" by Sarah-May Johnson features vibrant colours that are designed to abstractly represent the landscape, highlighting golden fields, the deep blue sea, and the greenery of wooded hills.
Other pieces were designed to make full use of wool as a medium and the heritage skills directly related to wool, such as weaving, knitting, and felting.
In her work, "Repurposed", Dianne Standen aimed to illustrate the various stages of wool production and the methods that can transform the fibre.
The pure fleece aims to serve as a frame, highlighting the colours and textures of fleece.
Jo Mowbray, director of Farfield Mill, said: "We are excited to showcase the incredible talent of textile artists.
"This exhibition is a true celebration of the diverse ways that wool can be used and inspire creativity.
"It’s an exhibition for everyone—whether you are interested in visual art, a textile enthusiast, or simply curious about wool’s many uses."
The exhibition is open from Wednesday to Sunday, 10.30am to 4pm, until June 1.
Farfield Mill, located in the Yorkshire Dales, aims to support and promoting textile arts.
The mill offers a variety of exhibitions, workshops, and educational opportunities that are designed to foster creativity and support artists in the area.
For more information about the exhibition, go to www.farfieldmill.org.
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