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an honest truth
Michelle Sirois Silver candidly shares her thoughts about being a teacher and teaching rug hooking workshops.
Michelle Sirois Silver
Oct 14, 20196 min read


open studio
There have been a few times when I’ve walked into a gallery space or in my studio to discover an individual standing in front of one of my w
Michelle Sirois Silver
Feb 25, 20192 min read


tied together
I’m a searcher who looks for those threads that connect us. Sometimes they’re big and bold, but often it’s the brief encounters, quiet momen
Michelle Sirois Silver
Jan 23, 20194 min read


to rework or not to rework
A few weeks ago, I reworked the background on a piece that had been exhibited last year. It got me thinking about a question that I’ve...
Michelle Sirois Silver
Jul 31, 20185 min read


"Sure, that would be nice."
Last year a dear friend called me up and asked if I wanted some fabric samples. Someone she knew wanted to get rid of the samples but...
Michelle Sirois Silver
May 3, 20183 min read


hooked on a feeling
I often hear artists talk about making art based on a feeling. It sounds esoteric. But in fact, that’s how I make my art. My art making...
Michelle Sirois Silver
Oct 4, 20171 min read