In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Stephanie Kelly Clark.

Stephanie is a contemporary embroidery artist whose work transforms humble homes and everyday moments into rich visual stories stitched with painterly precision. In this first part of our conversation, we explore her creative upbringing, the role of art in parenting, and her evolving relationship with embroidery as a medium. From homemade Halloween costumes to thread-based storytelling, Stephanie shares how her domestic life and artistic journey are deeply intertwined.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:29 – Life as Art: Parenting and Creativity

00:10:25 – Artistic Process: From Painting to Embroidery

00:13:34 – The Evolution of an Artist: Finding One's Voice

00:16:18 – Contemporary Art vs. Craft: Defining the Medium

00:19:27 – Conceptualising Art: The Role of Medium in Storytelling

00:22:39 – The Journey of an Artist: Embracing Change and Growth

00:25:42 – Creating with Intention: The Importance of Composition

Links:

Website: stephaniekclark

Instagram: artiststephaniekellyclark

Intro music is Sunset by OTE via Epidemic Sound.

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