The Process of Closure

I work with objects that break people’s hearts but that they’ve held onto because of sentimental value. I take them apart and transforming them into something new that represents their experiences. The long processes and labour are like the process of grief or moving on; it takes time and sometimes we want to rush past it. By honouring these experiences we can move towards closure and identify with each other’s experiences, allowing a sense of community and understanding.

Read more about The Process of Closure in The Wall Eye: Exploring the Textiles Art of Katrina Craig by Betty Carpick

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Silk, cotton, paper
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Silk, cotton, paper
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