Her great skill and extensive knowledge of her materials, techniques and processes are leading to exciting synergies.  She not only breaks boundaries but admits to ignoring them, the results showing an uncompromising integrity.  [Melissa Warren: judge]

A unique emotional reaction to daily interactions promotes enquiry. The outcomes are process driven solutions and personal therapies to modern society

Dionne creates textile based [framed] wall pieces.  Dyed and printed cloths are machine stitched and needle punched which layers and entwines the imagery.  Hand stitch defines detail and reinforces the maker’s intimacy with the work.