Weave; Wool 10"x 4"
Nicola Matthews
"I think that your personal history is part of your basic language, and you will always incorporate these impulses in making work" - Keith Sonnier
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About Me
- NicolaMatt
- The textures, shapes and material qualities of found objects intrigue me. I find myself drawn to mechanical, rusted objects, pieces of fabric and household objects. I am interested in the juxtaposition of soft and hard and creating sculptures that question the material and function of an object. My sculptures are made intuitively, based on how I feel specific objects interact. A dominant part of my exploration is quilting; the idea of producing a narrative within a piece of work and the gathering of objects interests me. My work often relates to my childhood memories and my relationship with my father. My work seeks to push the boundaries between art and craft and challenge the material conventions associated with quilt making. Through my investigation of pattern, fabric and mechanical objects I am questioning the femininity of my work and the defining of masculine/feminine work in society particularly associated with craft and subject. Recent work explores techniques of weaving and has been inspired by poetry I have written based on my current feelings towards my life, relationships and my work. The industrial is still very much present in my new pieces.
Thursday 19 May 2011
Wednesday 18 May 2011
I want to breakaway
Close up - Dumpy Bag, Wool, Text. 40" x 35"
Close up - Right side- Dumpy Bag, Wool, Text. 40" x 35"
Tuesday 17 May 2011
What is your biggest fear?
Wall Shot - Garden netting, Wool; finger knitting
Floor Shot - Garden netting, wool; finger knitting
The Ottoman
Fabric foot stool , Steel pipes welded.
Fabric foot stool , Steel pipes welded.
Fabric foot stool , Steel pipes welded.
Fabric foot stool , Steel pipes welded.
Fabric foot stool , Steel pipes welded.
Research - Print on Dumpy Sack
Print on Dumpy Sack - Bondaweb, Biro, Felt Tip pen, Inkjet Printer
'I don't want to hate you'
'I used to look up to you'
'You were my idol'
'You broke all of our hearts'
'I will never love you the same'
'The one man your supposed to know you can trust'
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