Textile artist and Consultant
Intelligent Textiles, Smart Fabric, Electronic Textiles, Fiber optic fabric
Fiberart is a medium that explores traditional and innovative textile techniques and materials in a manner that references personal attitude and philosophy. The fabric sculptures that I create are intended for contemplation and tranquility. I combine natural fibers such as linen and cotton with challenging materials such as fine gauge wire and plastic optical lighting fibers. The materials are chosen for the inherent properties they bring to the fabric construction. Reflection, illumination, acoustic dampening, conductivity, tactile pleasure or barbed protection are some of the qualities for an enhanced textile.
I am passionate about the concept of 'smart fabric'. Creating a multi-functional textile with sensitivities to the elements of it's intended use is a leap into the future for the textile industry and research efforts.
Fiber art enables the exploration!!!
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