After reading about collage process used by Valerie S. Goodwin, I decided to make an ‘Art quilt map’ to fit in with this theme of ‘Escape’. The building plan I have used is fictional and has no particular significance. It is up to the viewer to decide if it is a prison, castle or a house.
My
primary intention of this piece was not so much in interpreting the theme, but
to present a visual buffet of shape, line, texture and colour.
The
collage process was quite an enjoyable one:
1. Light coloured fabric were cut (or
torn) and sewn onto a substrate.
2. Chunky hand sewing was then added
in a random way to give this background some extra texture.
3. Fabric paint was added
sparingly with a brush to unify patchwork pieces together. I also added a stencils throughout the process.
4. A few sheer fabrics were then
applied with misty fuse.
5. The linear and rectangular
elements of the plan were then fused into place and thread painted/quilted.
6. More hand sewing was then
added to give the piece more interest.
I think I would like to make another piece of a place
that I identify with– something with paddocks, rivers and dirt roads. I also
like the idea of adding your own poetry, like a Haiku.
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| 'Escape Plan' by Linden Lancaster 2013 |
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| 'Escape Plan' detail 1 |
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| 'Escape Plan' detail 2 |
This sounds a most interesting process. What a visual feast!
ReplyDeleteWow Linden, there is a huge amount of detail to look at, this process is intriguing, I would like to see your imagined piece as well!
ReplyDeletebeautiful textured background with lots of depth and interest. I read Valerie's book as well but took her Haiku approach. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThis is another piece I'd love to see up close so I could really examine all the details. This has terrific depth. I also love the touch of fantasy that you've added with the escape routes going through walls.
ReplyDeleteWow! The detail here is fantastic. I could look at it for hours!
ReplyDeleteVery, very nice, Linden. I think the detail you have achieved is remarkable. I love the palette and energy of the piece, increased by the red arrows leading out of the building.
ReplyDeleteI love this piece. It makes me want to go and play with fabric and paint.
ReplyDeleteThe layers that you have achieved are a delight to the viewer!