Saskia is a textile artist, making one-off pieces for interiors. She grew up exposed to many different cultures wile living in Britain, and travelling the world. Having gained her BA Hons. Degree in Embroidered and Woven Textiles at Glasgow School of Art in Scotland, she now lives and works in Toronto, Canada. Saskia's work evolves from visual diaries she keeps of her experiences and observations, recording the vibrant colours, textures and images that inspire her on travels and in daily life.

Using the sewing machine as a drawing tool, Saskia stitches freely onto luxurious silks, velvets and organzas to create exotic pieces to enrich and enliven life.

Saskia's work is included in collections across the globe, Australasia, Japan, Europe and North America. It has been recognised here in Toronto with the Best Fibre Award at the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition 2002.

For more detailed information, please contact Saskia or search the web under Saskia Wassing-Shepherd.