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In this special episode of Art & Cocktails, artist Danielle Clough joins host Ekaterina Popova (Kat) to share her journey to becoming an internationally recognized embroidery artist. Known for her bold, painterly thread work and playful approach to fiber, Danielle opens up about finding her voice, building a creative career on her own terms, and embracing the power of intuition and process.
She reflects on the evolution of her practice—from sewing plush toys and experimenting with "thread sketching" to creating intricate embroidered portraits that feel like paintings. Danielle also discusses her breakout moment with Colossal, the inspiration behind her newest solo show Crewel Intentions at Paradigm Gallery, and how she reimagines vintage imagery through a contemporary lens.
This episode explores the value of craft in the art world, the importance of protecting what you love when working with commercial brands, and the joy of slowing down through hands-on making. Danielle offers heartfelt encouragement for emerging fiber artists and shares the story behind her iconic Instagram handle, @fiance_knowles.
If you're in Philadelphia, don't miss her solo exhibition Crewel Intentions, now on view at Paradigm Gallery.
More info: paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/danielle-clough-crewel-intentions
Stay ConnectedFollow Danielle Clough: Website: danielleclough.com Instagram: @fiance_knowles
Apply to be featured in Create! Magazine's 9-Year Anniversary Print Issue: createmagazine.co/call-for-art
Subscribe to Create! Dispatch on Substack: createmagazine.substack.com
Explore artist courses and resources at Create U: createu.co
Follow us on Instagram: @createmagazine
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In this special episode of Art & Cocktails, artist Danielle Clough joins host Ekaterina Popova (Kat) to share her journey to becoming an internationally recognized embroidery artist. Known for her bold, painterly thread work and playful approach to fiber, Danielle opens up about finding her voice, building a creative career on her own terms, and embracing the power of intuition and process.
She reflects on the evolution of her practice—from sewing plush toys and experimenting with "thread sketching" to creating intricate embroidered portraits that feel like paintings. Danielle also discusses her breakout moment with Colossal, the inspiration behind her newest solo show Crewel Intentions at Paradigm Gallery, and how she reimagines vintage imagery through a contemporary lens.
This episode explores the value of craft in the art world, the importance of protecting what you love when working with commercial brands, and the joy of slowing down through hands-on making. Danielle offers heartfelt encouragement for emerging fiber artists and shares the story behind her iconic Instagram handle, @fiance_knowles.
If you're in Philadelphia, don't miss her solo exhibition Crewel Intentions, now on view at Paradigm Gallery.
More info: paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/danielle-clough-crewel-intentions
Stay ConnectedFollow Danielle Clough: Website: danielleclough.com Instagram: @fiance_knowles
Apply to be featured in Create! Magazine's 9-Year Anniversary Print Issue: createmagazine.co/call-for-art
Subscribe to Create! Dispatch on Substack: createmagazine.substack.com
Explore artist courses and resources at Create U: createu.co
Follow us on Instagram: @createmagazine

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