1890 Feather basket, possibly Yokuts |
Most of the exhibit concentrated on reinvented basketry. I was taken by these small Mixing Bowls by Karryl Sisson (2003) which were coiled with polymer and vintage cloth tape measures. I'd like some in my sewing room.
Mixing Bowls by Karryl Sisson (2003) |
Then this amazing basket recalled the Feather one above. The sharp porcupine quills in the top are reprised with black ash and pine needles in the jar.
Porcupine by Joanne Russo, 1999. |
From a distance this menagerie appeared to be cut from iron sheeting.
According to Isidore by Carol Eckert, 2015 |
But closer inspection reveals the scene is entirely composed of coiled linen and wire.
Detail of According to Isidore by Carol Eckert, 2015 |
At the end a display of "Touch Me" basketry techniques and materials encouraged comparing the tactile impression of various techniques such as weaving, plaiting, coiling, stapling, netting, twining and lashing. How would these translate in quilting?
Basketmaking techniques on display |
Enjoy the day, Ann
14 comments:
What an interesting exhibit!
All are wonderful; hard to pick a favorite. Thanks for sharing.
Amazing works you saw--just how creative are we humans ;))) thanks for sharing, Ann hugs, Julierose
Very cool exhibit!!
These new basketmakers are so inventive and use beautiful materials.
The exhibit was much larger but I was struck by their creativity. Thanks for writing.
You're right, Julie Rose. We are creative creatures. Seeing work others are doing was exciting; I'm still processing the impressions.
It was, Julie. I never considered merging basketry and sculpture. Rather like Susan Else's work that combines quilting and dollmaking.
These are all amazing/ the vintage cloth tape measures ...love!:)
Fun and gorgeous pieces.
The baskets are fascinating in texture and pattern.
Weaving is how cloth is made too.
Isn't it amazing the things people can think of?
Aren't they the best? I think all quilters would want some tape measures bowls.
You're right, Janie. They are a step or two closer to origin than us quilters.
I was very impressed with the quality and diversity of these baskets. I'd never have considered making sculpture with them.
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