Artist Statement
In my work, I am interested in the connections between self, place, emotion, and time. Seasons, atmospheres, dreams and memories intrigue me. I try to capture ephemeral, fleeting moments through the use of color, line, and texture in fabrics and mixed media. Nature and landscape are a continual source of inspiration and point of reference. I use different dye techniques (batik, shibori, color removal, rust print) and sewing with my weavings and fabric pieces. Textures are enhanced with hand stitching. Dimension is added with tucks, layers, or other manipulations of fabric. Lately I've been experimenting with mixed media techniques alongside my textile approaches. Many of the processes I choose to use, like weaving and stitching, are very slow and contemplative–encouraging introspection–while some, like dyeing and painting, are more spontaneous and unpredictable. I try to find a balance between them.
In my work, I am interested in the connections between self, place, emotion, and time. Seasons, atmospheres, dreams and memories intrigue me. I try to capture ephemeral, fleeting moments through the use of color, line, and texture in fabrics and mixed media. Nature and landscape are a continual source of inspiration and point of reference. I use different dye techniques (batik, shibori, color removal, rust print) and sewing with my weavings and fabric pieces. Textures are enhanced with hand stitching. Dimension is added with tucks, layers, or other manipulations of fabric. Lately I've been experimenting with mixed media techniques alongside my textile approaches. Many of the processes I choose to use, like weaving and stitching, are very slow and contemplative–encouraging introspection–while some, like dyeing and painting, are more spontaneous and unpredictable. I try to find a balance between them.
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