About Me:
Valerie Close originally studied Fine Art at Sunderland University. She then completed a Master’s Degree in Fine Art at Syracuse University, USA. Val has exhibited her paintings throughout the UK and the world, including Europe, Russia, the USA, and Australia. Her work has always utilized a variety of materials.
Her recent projects focus on the upcycling and recycling of old clothes and various materials collected over the years. She is now turning her artistic sensibilities toward more functional design products. As a by-product of her paintings, Val began sewing materials together and realized that these creations had become ‘Wearable Art.’
She has now produced a specific collection of her designs for commercial sale. These are all original, one-of-a-kind pieces, including scarves, bags, cushions, throws, and accessories. Val often wears these designs herself, modelling her creations as well as those of others. As a result of these activities, she has become increasingly interested in modelling clothing in addition to designing it.
Val brings with her a wealth of experience in art and design, both nationally and internationally. She is now endeavouring to use her experience as an older woman to showcase the flair and originality she has brought to her art and design, as well as in a modelling capacity.
Interested In:
– Modelling