Expired Flóra Carlile-Kovács: Woolscapes
July 14 – October 15, 2022
Artist Statement
My interest in textiles drew me to graduate studies in ethnography, but I felt a deeper passion for creating with fiber than analyzing it. I have learned several traditional fiber arts from the greatest masters in Hungary. When I’ve learned the basics of the felting technique, I realized this is a limitless medium with amazing possibilities.
In my work I use the most ancient textile technique, combining carded, unspun wool and silk fibers with water, soap and vigorous kneading to create a durable, unwoven material: felt. I have improved the traditional techniques and invented new ones of my own.
Breaking away from making useful objects I am now exploring how handmade felt can become applied art for public spaces. I use several layers of hand-dyed merino wool and silk fibers and fabrics to create optical color blending. I incorporate various materials in the felt to achieve captivating textures and surfaces. I often create raised surfaces so the light refracts on the ruffles of silk and synthetic fabrics.
Handmade felt is underestimated and underrepresented in the art world.
My mission is to find its audience and to break the boundary between craft and fine art.
Thank you to our generous sponsor:
Flóra Carlile-Kovács: Woolscapes
Waterscape
Hand-dyed silk fabrics and merino wool, handfelted
26” x 54”
$2,650
Landscape
Hand-dyed silk fabrics and merino wool, handfelted
28” x 60”
SOLD
Cirrus Cumulus
Merino wool, synthetic organza, handfelted
51” x 41”
$2,440
Growth
Merino wool, synthetic organza, handfelted
41″ diameter
$2,440
Under the Surface
Merino and bergschaf wool, silk fiber, metal organza, handfelted
25” x 19”
$980
Blue Square
Hand-dyed silk fibers and fabrics, merino wool, handfelted
38” x 40”
$1,550
26″ x 35″
$1,450
Dance of Colors – Red
Lamination Felt, Hand-dyed silk fabrics and merino wool, handfelted
__” x ___”
$1,450
Black Hole
Silk fibers and fabrics, merino wool, handfelted
41″ Diameter
$1,950
Pieces from the Textiles Studio at the J
Handfelted Purse
9.5″ x 7.5″
SOLD
Donna Hunter
Handfelted Tote
Felted wool with “cracked mud” technique
13″ x 15″
$95
Donna Hunter
Handfelted Vase
Felted wool with “cracked mud” technique
8″ x 5″
$32
Mosaic Scarf
50″ x 15″
NFS
Mesee Wilson
Blue Lady
Wet felting, merino wool, silk and beads
17″ x 7″ x 4″
$70
Mesee Wilson
Vessel with Pine Needle Rim
Wet Felting, merino wool, pine needles and waxed linen
5″ x 5.5″ x 5.5″
SOLD
Which Way Out
5.5″ x 10″ x 10″
$75
Visit the Exhibit:
Free admission to all galleries.
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July 14, 2022 - July 16, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
July 19, 2022 - July 23, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
July 26, 2022 - July 30, 2022
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August 2, 2022 - August 6, 2022
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August 9, 2022 - August 13, 2022
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August 16, 2022 - August 20, 2022
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August 23, 2022 - August 27, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
August 30, 2022 - September 3, 2022
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September 6, 2022 - September 10, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
September 13, 2022 - September 17, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
September 20, 2022 - September 24, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
September 27, 2022 - October 1, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
October 4, 2022 - October 7, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm -
October 11, 2022 - October 15, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Venue: Piano Lounge
Address:
Description:
The Piano Lounge at the Jansen Art Center is located in the south middle section of the main floor:
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