Luster - Textile/Tactile
Luster – Textile/Tactile showcases possibilities and the shine from within – both from the artworks and the artists themselves. Each piece invites the viewer to explore sight and touch - “how did they make this, what does it feel like?” – and transforms ordinary materials into artworks that have a glimmering quality. Nancy Koenigsberg interlaces copper coated wire into intricate structures that present a graceful fluidity. Aby Mackie’s works are made of repurposed materials whose new life as art is filled with harmonious forms. Ana Lisa Hedstrom’s contemporary take on the ancient Japanese technique of shibori results in stunning patterns and colors that are vibrant expressions of textile art. Patricia Feiwel’s small scale mixed media scenes invite the viewer to spaces that are inviting and familiar. The textile designs of Robin du Plessis stand as pieces of art in their own right. Each piece is a study of our relationship to our planet through color, pattern, and texture.
“Textiles have been an integral part of human life since the beginning of civilization. The exhibition Luster – Textile/Tactile is an important for me personally. As a weaver, with a passion for textiles, it is thrilling to bring together some of my favorite artists to WACH. Textiles as art can take many forms, including wall hangings, tapestries, sculptures, and installations. These five artists combine plant, animal or man-made fibers while incorporating a diverse array of techniques to create works that explore cultural, social, and personal themes.” – Wendy Van Deusen, WACH director and curator
Images, top: Aby Mackie, Between Chaos and Order 9 (detail), 2023, textile and gold leaf, 37 x 25". Courtesy of the artist.
Middle: Patricia Feiwel, Chalet, 2014, mixed media, 21 x 21 x 1 1/4". Courtesy of the artist.
Bottom: Nancy Koenigsberg, A Bushel and a Peck (Double Vessel), 2024, coated copper wire, 24 x 24 x 10 1/2". Courtesy of the artist.