handmade and uniqueTapestry is both an old and a new artform, practiced for thousands of years, going in and out of favor, and currently enjoying a glimmer of a resurgence as weavers discover the thrill of weft-faced textiles and the potential for abstract as well as representational art pieces.
tapestry weavingTypically worked from the bottom up, tapestry requires both a foundation and a vision. But even with the best laid plan, something new always occurs, and the daily anticipation of what will result is a part of the excitement experienced each day in the studio.
from creative play to woven artTapestry is a medium that is tactile and responsive, with the potential for transparency, perspective, texture, and meaning. Staying grounded in a sense of play stretches the capacity in both technique and artistic vision. And when reality falls short of the vision, pushing past the frustration to sink into the process brings both surprise and reward.
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