£450
1 in stock
Threadpainting (freehand machine embroidery) on painted canvas
After a long, dry African winter, the arrival of spring brought a welcome change. From my studio, I watched and listened as the male Southern Masked Weavers burst into action—chirping noisily and weaving their intricate nests with remarkable skill. Their tireless preparations and excited chatter felt like nature’s own celebration of the start of spring and the promise of new life.
Thanks to Sophie, 50% of the net proceeds from the sale of this artwork will support the charitable work of DSWF and our ground-based conservation partners across Africa and Asia.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Please note Sophie is based in South Africa. Postage from South Africa for this artwork is estimated at R2000. Alternatively, the artwork can be brought to the UK in April and shipped to a UK address with no additional postage charge. For any other arrangement, the artist will contact you after you have completed your purchase to arrange a shipping quote. Import/export costs may also be payable for international deliveries. If you need a shipping quote prior to making a purchase, please email dswf@davidshepherd.org with details of the artwork you are interested in, and the delivery address.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Sophie Niemann is a self-taught, international award-winning artist, conservationist, and zoologist living in South Africa. Her work is inspired by science and seeks to connect people to the natural world, encouraging a deeper appreciation for wildlife.
She is best known for her artworks that blend textiles, ink, and intricate stitching—a technique called Thread Painting. Using freehand machine embroidery, Sophie uses threads and fabric as her brush and canvas, allowing her to create pieces with a tactile quality and captivating texture.
Through her art, Sophie aims to evoke emotion, spark awareness, and inspire conversations about nature and conservation. She believes that art has the power to create profound visual and emotional connections to wildlife—uniting people in a shared mission to protect the beauty of our planet.
