Julie Cockburn Re-imagines Old Photographs

London-based artist Julie Cockburn incorporates colorful thread into vintage photographs, creating enigmatic yet vivid collages. Through the manipulation of found photographs, the artist transforms everyday objects into works of art. Cockburn reforms the found images by cutting, embroidering and making collages. Defined by delicate and creative craftsmanship, Cockburn’s work initiates a dialogue about modernity and art history, gender and identity, nature and urbanity and the relationship between process and idea. Intriguing and playful, her works have been exhibited widely in the UK, Europe and United States, and are in both private and public collections.

All Images © Julie Cockburn, Courtesy of Flowers Gallery