I'm finding a lot of inspirational embroidery lately and have found myself sneaking
off to indulge in some stitchery when I should be doing other things.
off to indulge in some stitchery when I should be doing other things.
Adelaide-based Sera Waters is my latest inspiration for her meticulous use of
embroidery and blackwork, but also the quirky 'edge' to her subject matter too.
The 6 pieces below from Waters' "Butchering Series" are amazing examples
of blackwork, where a honeycomb-like patterning of stitches is used to create the
impression of shading and depth.
embroidery and blackwork, but also the quirky 'edge' to her subject matter too.
The 6 pieces below from Waters' "Butchering Series" are amazing examples
of blackwork, where a honeycomb-like patterning of stitches is used to create the
impression of shading and depth.
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| Butchering: Rib Eye Roast, 2009 |
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| Butchering: Tender Loins, 2009 |
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| Butchering: Loin, 2009 |
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| Butchering: Boneless Pot Roast, 2009 |
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| Butchering: Hack, 2009 |
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| Butchering: Knives, 2009 |
This is only the exhibited work from 2009. Waters has an amazing body of
work which you can see on her website... so many thoughtful and intriguing pieces.
She currently lectures in art history and theory at Adelaide Central School of Art
and at Adelaide University. I feel very envious of those lucky students, don't you? :)
what incredible inspiring work, Kylie...thanks for introducing Sera to us x
ReplyDeleteWow - incredible. Wish I could do that!
ReplyDeleteHow extraordinary! I really like the pieces on the black fabric. They just seem to pop!
ReplyDeletereally amazing and inspiring. Want to go to Adelaide school of art now!
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