Colorful
patterned fabrics are deconstructed into fringes, which are then hand-sewn in
hundreds and hundreds of layers onto canvas, Lutrador, or paper. The resulting
furry/feathery surface and the pattern and color of the fabric become the
leading theme of the art work, either lyrically or analytically. Juxtaposing
the fringes with painted parts, which improvise on the original pattern of the
fabric, a highly tactile and illusionary surface/imagery is created. Fiber and
painting are fused. Boundaries are blurred, not only between the fiber
and the painted parts, but also between the work itself and the surrounding
space, producing a sensuous environment.
My
body of work encompasses abstract work as well as work addressing
socio-political issues.
I consider it an achievement if
the viewer of my work is attracted by its beauty and at the same time is
inspired by its social message.