I went to the MAWA (Mentoring Artists for Women’s Art) Feminist Futures show, open to all MAWA’s members.
I love MAWA’s member shows as they show the astounding versatility of women artists in Winnipeg! There were three standout textile pieces in the show. I love how represented textiles is in female-only shows. It’s nearly impossible to separate working with textiles and its relationship with gender.
Show is open until Sept 29th 2017, with a Closing-Party on Sept 30th for Nuit Blanche. MAWA is located at 611 Main St Winnipeg Manitoba.
Anomalous Comminglers, Karen Wardle. Cotton Thread
This work is viceral, whimsical and has an incredibly dynamic shadow that I’m really digging.
Lichen Ascending, Rachel Schappert. Amethyst, wild cucumer pod, beeswax, lichen, resin, thread, pins
What delicacy! It brings to mind a blooming flower on a rock face.
Prayer Flags for a Feminist Future, Sandra Brown. Mixed Media
It has been a long year for women all over the world, and Sandra’s Prayer Flags for a Feminist Future feels hopeful for the future.
Katrina Craig 