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Warmth, texture, and utilitarian beauty are strengths
of textile arts. While acknowledging these roots in my work, I am compelled to go
beyond the boundaries of traditional media and design. A central
theme in my work is an exploration of the balance between
traditional textile works and contemporary forms in various media.
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In an attempt to achieve a more fluid style, I combine the traditional
materials of textile art with painting and surface manipulation. A
primary source of inspiration is the color and topography of the
natural landscape. As such, a large part of the process of making my
work is the creation of colors and textures to portray the strong
feelings evoked by particular observations. The paradox of trying to
capture changing elements has been strongly influenced by my Zen
practice. As a result I gravitate towards trying to capture ephemeral
qualities like the colors of fading flowers and the texture of clouds.
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I also find inspiration in discussions of form and relationship with
scientists and mathematicians. While not trying to mimic scientific
method, many of my processes begin with an attempt to visually
interpret a form or relationship described in such a conversation.
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Suzan Friedland
2901 Cabrillo #4
San Francisco, CA 94121
(415) 750-9463
sue@sonic.net
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