When I examine my progress these past few weeks I can discern a pattern of behavior. Flailing. Boomeranging. Ricocheting. I am lacking the stick-to-it focus that comes when I am inspired. So I dabble, hoping that something points me in a new direction.
Shall I do something political? emotional?
Maybe an experiment in color and texture? (ultimately I cut this one up into smaller units. It’s what I do when I am not happy with results.)
What could I do with patterned fabrics and stitch?
That’s on the cut up table too. You can never have enough little zippered bags right?
Perhaps I should focus on make believe? Love those ink stains.
Or, add a few more 3D forms to the menagerie?
Flailing, ricocheting, boomeranging is for me a purposeful exploration. I may not be satisfied with the results but I sure do get some extra practice and there is really nothing better than the buzz of the sewing machine while I guide the fabric through it.
Heart, Rock, Star
I taught a stitching class in Atlanta recently. They were creative bunch of Studio Art Quilt Associates stitchers who inspired me with their work. I learn something every time I teach and this class was no exception.When I was talking to Christine about her work she mentioned a critique method her art group uses and I thought I should definitely share it here. It is based on three words: Heart, Rock and Star. They break down this way when you are in a position to react to a piece of art, or writing, or whatever else comes your way.
Heart: How the work makes you feel, how it speaks to your emotions
Rock: What bothers you about the piece, what is off about it?
Star: What is the star of the piece, what makes it a strong work, what sets it apart?
What a great idea! I look forward to trying it out the next time I meet with my critique group.
Thanks Christine!