website visited on 15/05/12
As I have started to include text in my work and am starting to manipulate paper and a range of materials/media to develop experimentation pieces therefore I thought this artist would be appropriate to research.
Jill Flower is a textiles artist who has a very keen interest in stitched textiles.She also is currently working with recycled papers and stitch. One piece that has grabbed my attention is Modern Woman III. I like the way Jill Flowers has manipulates paper into a certain shape by using stitched, and the way she combines text with her work in a subtle but striking way.
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The work explores edges and finishes. Its a witty concept following the progression and changes of our reading interests within a lifetime, creating a ‘Circle of Life’. It is a contemporary interpretation of Shakespeare’s words about the’ seven ages of man’ from ‘As You Like It’ Recycled Papers are deconstructed and reconstructed, stitched and washed exposing relevant printed matter. Resulting in a crusty lacy finish fashioned to be reminiscent of the flamboyant Elizabethan ruffs.
The picture above is a section of the larger piece. This section relates to my work as looking at the text it has the perception of being distorted. I also really like the use of thread incorporated with the text and the simple colour pallet used.
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