Lotus Harvest Embroideries
2010 - 2012
Sucked by the Orifice, 30” x 30” x 2"
Circuitous Succession Gallery
Memphis, TN
Yeiser Arts Center
Paducah, KY
Embroidery, needlework, beads, glass, 30” x 30” x 2" each
I replicated my Lotus Harvest series of paintings in hand embroidery and needlework (see pairings below).
Needlework is one of the hallmark craft traditions of Pakistan and South Asia. Growing up, this is the art medium I learned in school and at home until I went to art college. These works show the parallel art media, the indigenous cultural craft paired with the traditional fine art medium of painting.
Breaking Up painting side-by-side with Breaking Up embroidery.
The Kiss painting side-by-side with The Kiss embroidery.
The Orifice painting side-by-side with The Orifice embroidery.
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