Sally Ryan's wearable art embodies what many other textile artists aspire to: Sophisticated, highly wearable designs; a resist-dyeing technique of her own invention; a fascinating combination of color and texture; and a natural instinct for what women of all ages want in art-to-wear.
Since she began working with fiber in 1978, Ryan has learned to perfect almost every aspect of painting on fabric, from batik in the early days to painterly applications of dye to fabrics. As her designs grew more sophisticated, so did Ryan's surface treatment: "The thrill of discovery fuels my passion for working with color and fabric," she says. Her passion for color inspired an award-winning line of silk wearables, renowned for their fluid shapes and fresh color combinations.
Sally Ryan's current collection features luxurious velvets and silks and an innovative resist-dyeing technique that she has perfected since the mid-1990s. As she expands the line to include more limited-edition separates, Ryan continues to delight buyers with her luxurious colors, shapes, and textures.
This collection is available in fine craft galleries and apparel boutiques throughout the United States.
Education
1969 & 1970 - Studied Spanish Art History, University of Madrid
1971 - Received Bachelor of Arts Degree, Indiana University
Early 1980s & 1995 - Advanced Textile Studies at Arrowmont and University of Tennessee
You may contact Sally with any questions or to discuss ordering any of the the garments displayed on this web site. Wholesale inquiries are welcome.
E-mail: salryan @ comcast.net