Tania Kristensen Studio
Fibre Art created with sustainable materials and ancient techniques
Artist Biography
Tania Kristensen is an emerging fibre artist and basket maker who works and lives on her family’s fourth generation farm within UNESCO’s Beaver Hills Biosphere in Alberta, Canada. With many years of experience in fibre arts and basketry, she is primarily self taught, further developing her practice through online courses and mentorship’s. Tania also teaches basketry, sharing her knowledge and passion for the craft with others.
Artist Statement
My work begins with a curiosity about the meaning we find in the relationships we form. Guided by my commitment to sustainability, I work primarily with plant fibres, reclaimed textiles and found objects, to create form and structure. I am interested in how these materials influence the direction of my work and what can be discovered when I allow the process to unfold naturally. In doing so, I find it gives me the freedom to further explore the connections between people, place and the natural world, reflecting on the ways these relationships shape us.
Artist CV available upon request.
About
Commisions
I love to create fibre art that is uniquely you! I will design a woven vessel or wall sculpture around a treasured object ( like the stone in this pine needle basket ) or bring your exclusive vision to life.
If you would like to start a conversation regarding a commission, please reach out via email and describe your project.
Workshops &Events
Pine Needle Basket Workshop
Join me Sunday October 18th at Fern’s School of Craft in Edmonton, Alberta and explore the meditative art of coiled basketry using reclaimed textiles to create a one of a kind vessel.
For more information or to register please visit:
Baskets in the Garden 2027
Join us September 10-12 for weaving, for connection and the simple pleasure of being outdoors together. Whether you are new to basketry or have been weaving for years, you are welcome here.
For more information or to sign up for our newsletter please visit us here
Tailored Workshops
I welcome tailored private or group workshops to fulfill your creative aspirations, fit your schedule and location.
I will harvest, prepare your weaving materials, bring detailed notes and all tools needed to complete your project.
For workshop specifics and pricing, please email me your inquiry at studiotk22@yahoo.com
Gallery
Maelstrom
Ponderosa Pine Needles, Reclaimed Barbed Wire, Waxed Linen Thread, Crow Feather, Imfibinga Seeds, Glass Beads and Beeswax
22 cm X 20 cm
SOLD
Amongst the Trees
Ponderosa Pine Needles, birch bark, pine cone scales, lime bast cordage, waxed thread, willow, bone and wood beads.
15.5 x 16.5 x 7.5 cm
Harvest Moon
Barbed Wire, Simple Looping with Sisal, Chicken Wire, Quack Grass and Wheat
45 cm in Diameter
If It Works
Ponderosa Pine Needles, Jasper, Onion Leaf Cordage, Waxed Linen Thread, Beeswax
25 cm in Diameter
For The Fairies
Rattan (Tea Dyed), Ponderosa, Pine Needles, Poppy Seeds Pods and Driftwood
23 cm X 30 cm
SOLD
Finding
Waxed thread, mulberry paper, acrylic paint, corn husk cordage, lovebird feather, shell and bone beads.
11.5 x 11.5 x 8 cm
Letting Go
Ponderosa Pine Needles, Blue Jay and Lovebird Feathers, Driftwood, River Stone, Waxed Linen Thread and Beeswax
29 cm X 15 cm
Raw
Annealed Wire, Tea Dyed Cheese Cloth, Cattail Cordage, Acrylic Paint, Waxed Linen and Willow
12 cm X 14 cm X 16 cm
SOLD