Curated by Rachel Anna Walker and Thea Augustina Eck
Whipstitch: The State of contemporary textiles
On View March 31 – April 29, 2017
This exhibition explores contemporary approaches to making and using textiles, where centuries-old traditions are the foundation and concept behind embroidery, quilting, weaving, and mixed media sculpture. The methods of making are expanded with the assistance of digital language, tools, and machines. These artists are pushing the boundaries by commenting on the process of making and redefining the purpose of textiles while also paying homage to its rich and varied traditions. Viewers are offered a glimpse into the depth, nuance, and voice that artists are giving textiles today.
Exploding Stars Quilt by Libs ElliottView II by Anna Von MertensView III by Anna Von MertensCoded Cloth Reversible by Michelle StephensCoded Cloth Reversible (Detail) by Michelle StephensFinale Dress, Ohne Titel by Alexa Adams & Flora GillFinale Dress, Ohne Titel(Detail) by Alexa Adams & Flora GillDreamer (Series) #1 by Maitena Esslinger-Payet Dreamer (Series) #1 (Detail) by Maitena Esslinger-Payet Jacquard Woven Garment by Isabella AmstrupSoft Sound by Esteban de la Torre & Judith Eszter KarpatiSoft Sound (Detail) by Esteban de la Torre & Judith Eszter KarpatiAudio-Activated Bra by Heidi KumaoApparently The Smog Has Something To Do With It 3 by Erika Lynne HansonApparently The Smog Has Something To Do With It 5 by Erika Lynne HansonVaried Choreographies by Erika Lynne HansonValentine by Rebecca RingquistSend Katy by Rebecca Ringquist
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