I have chosen to express my art in woven form. I am able to making art
for the wall, for the floor, or to wear. My colors are a reflection of the
natural surroundings in which I live, work and travel. The soft subtle
seasonal changes of trees, reflections in water, and variety in the
landscape influence my color selections. Commission work for Churches,
Synagogues, and public spaces adds challenge, and sharing the excitement
with others is a satisfying part of the process.
Weaving is an endless outlet for my creativity. My loom is a tool used for
investigation of this and other cultures. A study of Leno open weave
techniques, led me to examine weaving by the ancient Peruvians. Looking at
Indonesian Iikat weaving was a jumping off place to "paint" silk warps for
scarves. Some recent work has led me to study Japanese folded and stitched
cloth called shibori.
I actively contribute to the Weavers' Guild of Boston as a teacher and
Guild President. I served as President of New England Weavers' Seminar, a 4
day bi-annual conference for weavers held at Smith College. Currently you
will find me engaged at the American Textile History Museum in an advisory
capacity. Hopefully in these rolls, I have made people more aware of
weaving as an art form.
