This piece is one of a series of silk scarves that are derived from selected photos taken on Haida Gwaii of flora and fauna, such as moss, seaweed on the beach, and in this case the wing of an owl. After a long careful process using computer software, they are then digitally printed onto silk. This one is blended on the borders with a photo of a plaster relief made by using coral, jewellery and other objects to create a bas relief. The changes made to the photographs are intended to express the inherent beauty found in details of natural forms. I chose silk because it shows the colours and patterns so well, and can be either hung on the wall, or be worn

Handmade by Peter Sloan