Beings
My two main bodies of work currently are; Natural Oxygen Dyeings and People
Weavings. The Natural Oxygen Dyeings use the natural dyes; Indigo and Rust. These dyes
rely on Oxygen and Water that allow for the chemical processes to develop and adhere
to the cloth.
The second Series of work People Weavings addresses weaving as a metaphor
for connections and relationships between humans through the physical interlacement of
custom made threads of human silhouettes into the weaving.
This work explores the many qualities relating to the human experience and portrays
the fragility and durability of the physical and spiritual being. Narratives throughout the
work remind us of the simplicity and complexity of humans and serve as a reminder
that people are so much more than just matter, more than just tissue, and more than just
carbon and water. Through cloth representations of human silhouettes, my work provides
a mirror for personal reflection addressing concerns related to the ambiguity of emotion
and the energy of the being.
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Indigo and rust dyed cotton
Handwoven cotton/linen with inlaid laser cut polyester
Ceramic
Indigo and rust dyed cotton