NEW WORK – NATURE INTERPRETED
The lines, shapes, colors and textures found in nature are what have inspired this new series of work. As I spend time walking I take in the light, the variety of foliage, and the feelings that the surroundings evoke. My favorite places are the rainforests and volcanic fields of Hawaii and the woods and parks in central New York. I use my own photographs and memories in developing the art.
I am drawn to the variety of lines in the roots of trees and hanging vines and the ways these structures intersect. Layers of vegetation are revealed. The sunlight filters through these layers adding luminosity. Textures are found in tree bark, decay of the organic matter, the cracks of dried mud and the crevices of rocks. Translating this visual information into textiles is both exciting and challenging.
For this series I have used primarily wool and silk. Felting and stitching in various ways allow me to create layers of imagery and texture. I am always looking for new ways to introduce texture in my work. Paper lamination is something new I am exploring to add another dimension to the felted pieces.
Needle felting and machine stitching on wool felt. 2016
Needle felting and machine stitching on wool flannel. 2016
Needle felting and machine stitching on wool felt. 2016
Needle felting and machine stitching on wool felt. 2016
Needle felting and machine stitching on wool flannel. 2016.
Needle felting and hand stitching on wool felt. 2016
Needle and wet felting with wool and hand-dyed silk gauze. Hand stitching. 2016
Needle and wet felting with wool and hand-dyed silk gauze. Hand stitching. 2016
Needle and wet felting with wool and hand-dyed silk gauze. Hand stitching. 2016
Paper lamination on wool gauze, needle and wet felted. 2016
Paper lamination on wool gauze, needle and wet felting. 2016
Paper lamination on wool gauze, needle and wet felting. 2016
Needle felting and hand stitching on wool/rayon blend felt. 2016
Hand-dyed and needle felted rayon background. Needle felting and hand stitching on wool felt. 2016
Wool, silk and synthetic fabrics needle felted into canvas. 2016
Wool, silk and synthetic fabrics needle felted into canvas. 2016
Machine thread painting with cotton and rayon threads on wool flannel. 2016
Machine thread painting with cotton and rayon threads on wool flannel. 2016
Ecoprint on wool felt with hand stitching. 2016
Needle and wet felting. 2016
Ecoprint on wool felt with needle felting. 2016