Hello!
My name is Zoë. I am a rug-maker and artist living and working on YolÅ‹u country in beautiful Arnhem Land, Australia. Through Mango Lala Studio I create weird and wonderful textiles for floors and walls.
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My work is very much inspired by the Northern Territory's bright, colourful tropical lifestyle. Whilst I predominantly focus on rug tufting, you may occasionally spy a woven, crocheted, embroidered or handbuilt ceramic piece popping up here.
Commissions
Commissions for 2023 are open on a limited basis.
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Each rug is tufted by hand in my little home studio. The commission process begins with a conversation about colours, sizing, use, and overall design. This is followed by an initial quote and the development of 2-3 concept sketches.
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Due to my remote location and associated difficulties sourcing materials, the lead time for a rug commission is currently estimated at 3-6 months.
Experience
2022
Finalist - Australia's Next Top Designer
Exhibition at Sydney International Convention & Exhibition Centre
Sydney, NSW
2019
Founder & Textile Artist
Founded Talking Threads Project, a digital arts platform using textile art to share the voices and stories of young changemakers.
Perth, WA
2022
Maker
Tactile Arts Dragonfly Fair
Darwin, NT
2019
Workshop Facilitator
Delivered textile workshops for young people in collaboration with Ronald McDonald House Perth.
Perth, WA
2022
Maker
Tactile Arts Mother's Day Craft Fair
Darwin, NT
