Biography

Tommye McClure Scanlin’s tapestries have been exhibited nationally and internationally since 1990.  In 2009, exhibits include "Weaving WIthin" by members of British Tapestry Group, Stirling Castle, Stirling, Scotland; "Fiber Artistry--Journey of the Imagination" Chattahoochee Handweavers Guild juried exhibit, Hudgens Center for the Arts, Duluth, GA.  

Scanlin’s tapestries have been shown in various fiber art books, magazines, and catalogs of exhibitions, including the books: Line in Tapestry by Kathe Todd-Hooker, Fiberarts Design Book (books I, II and V) and the art education textbooks, Exploring Art and Teacher Connections.

Scanlin has been a juried member of Southern Highland Craft Guild since 1979, was awarded Life Member status in 2009, is involved with Guild committees and currently serves on the Board of Trustees.  She is also an exhibiting member of Piedmont Craftsmen.  She is an active member of American Tapestry Alliance and Tapestry Weavers South, as well as several other tapestry organizations.

She is Professor Emerita, North Georgia College & State University, Dahlonega, where she taught in the department of art for many years.  She now offers workshops, short classes and retreat opportunities at her studio in Dahlonega.  Additionally, she teaches at other places including John C. Campbell Folk School (August 2009 and March 2010) and Penland School of Crafts (August 2010).

Tommye Scanlin’s tapestry studio is located at 106 Martin Street in Dahlonega and may be visited by appointment.  She usually has several tapestries in process all the time and would be happy to discuss her weaving with guests.

Artist Statement

I use the slow medium of tapestry weaving because I love the surface of flat woven tapestry, the intensity of color as interpreted in yarn, and the significance of each movement of the weaver's hands to the finished work. My tapestries are based upon ideas and events that are meaningful in my life.