In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Julie Heaton.Julie Heaton is a Bristol-based machine embroidery artist whose incredible illustrations are borne from tragedy.When her husband ended his own life in 2009, it sparked a creative journey that continues to this day and in this second part of our conversation we talk about how her experience at the Royal College of Art helped her process her experience and turn a creative corner.Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro00:02:24 - Childhood influence on Textiles00:05:30 - Julie’s portrait of her Dad00:17:00 - Transformation at the Royal College of Art00:33:00 - Teaching and sharing the Journey00:36:00 - Favourite Band00:38:15 - Favourite Podcast00:40:40 - Favourite Book00:42:45 - Favourite Film00:45:30 - An interesting fact that no one knows about Julie HeatonIf you enjoy Julie's technique, you'll love the NeedleXChange with Meredith Woolnough.Links:Website: julieheaton.comInstagram: julieheatonartistMusic is Running Late by Mizio via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: https://www.needl.exchange/Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/NeedleXChangeIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: https://www.mrxstitch.comIf you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need!Subscribe to XStitch Magazine here: https://xstitchmag.com/modern-cross-stitch-magazine/And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrXStitchTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/MrXStitchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/MrXStitchPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mrxstitch/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjamiechalmersRSSVERIFY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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