Arts in Education Award
2023 Winner—39th Annual Arts Awards

Susan Furneaux has been an artist, educator and craft consultant. For over 30 years, she has specialized in natural dye and fibre techniques, learning, teaching, exhibiting, and being collected nationally and internationally. Furneaux won multiple awards for her embroidery, natural dye, and innovative use of natural materials. In 2022, she participated in the internationally renowned residency through Artlink, leading to her work touring in Ireland and being exhibited at the Irish Museum of Modern Art. Furneaux is currently an instructor for the College of the North Atlantic's Textile and Apparel Design program.