For my creative deconstruction project, I am working with
natural dyes and rust. I have been experimenting with different ways to destroy
fabric including burning, wearing and staining. My sampling has led me to use
rusted cloth with berry stains as they create a nice combination of colours and
show destruction of the fabric. On top of my dyeing, I have started to work in
holes and wear using burning and sanding. In terms of the creation component of
the project, I am using the fabric to make a 3D form. The form will be layered
with different types and thicknesses of cloth to created different depths of
layering. It will likely take a spherical form although I don’t want to
restrict myself too early. I intend to put some form of light inside my form.
The light itself will be deconstructed by the varying fabric thicknesses and
patterns. Rust can be used to create light brown shades or deep blacks so I
want to utilize these colours along with the fabric thickness to control the
amount of light let out of the form. I am considering using a light bulb or a
candle but I will have to experiment to see which of these is the most
suitable.
Libby,
ReplyDeletethis all sounds incredibly detailed and has many exciting elements to be included. In particular your use of light as an enhancement of the deconstructed cloth.
I would just ask if you thought this was too much put together?
Would it all become a little cluttered, I guess we will see :)
Libby, your samples are very interesting, and quite different to what i had imagined when you described the work on Thursday. I think the geometric sample at the top is the strongest, as it echoes the shapes of a lantern or light shade from an aerial viewpoint.
ReplyDeleteThe second image looks the most 'deconstructed' of the three. the loose threads in the lower left-hand corner are particularly interesting, revealing the structure of the cloth. I think the 'dirtiness' of this sample also ties in with what you were saying about reacting to pretty or kitsch.
The one thing i am concerned is the construction of the 3d form. I wonder if you might lose the integrity of the cloth and patterning by cutting them up and patching them together. Perhaps consider other ways to experiment with varying transparency and layering, other ways to have cloth to interact with light.
Libby, I like your idea of de-constructing light by creating a three-dimensional sphere with spaces for the light to escape.
ReplyDeleteMaybe you could try combining a variation of different materials, as this would look effective when they are all sewn together and destroyed by tearing and incisions. You could also try using fabric stiffener on your materials to get a stronger texture as this might help the form to keep shape.
Libby, I love the way that you are creating a 3D form for your ultimate piece, rather than just a sheet or quilt-like piece of work because it shows that you are pushing yourself further than what is just required.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite part is the integrated of the light within your work as I can already see it now and know it will be really beautiful.
My only concern would be the use of a candle or light bulb just because this method of destruction is so unreliable that anything could happen. As we discussed in class, I would recommend using those fake candles that you can buy from those tacky two dollar shops. I know 'not-knowing' what the candle will impact on your work is an attractive feature, but is to to risky?
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