Portfolio > Janus and Days On End series

one of a series of fabric constructions
fabric, embroidery, paint
96" x 66"
2013
This is one of a series of fabric constructions
fabric, embroidery, paint
75" x 59"
2013
one of a series of crazy quilt fabric constructions
fabric, embroidery, paint
96" x 48"
2013
one of a series of fabric constructions
fabric, embroidery, paint
92" x 54"
2013
updated "women's work"
stitched thread on handkerchiefs
44" x 88" overall
2019
Lauren Floating
stitched thread on vintage handkerchiefs
8" x 8"
2018
Versailles Checkerboard
stitched thread on vintage handkerchief
12" x 12"
2018
Floating Feet Above Ocean
stitched thread on vintage handkerchief
14" x 12"
2018
Apocalypse
stitched thread on vintage handkerchief
8" x 8"
2018
Canopy Bed
stitched thread on vintage handkerchief
12" x 12"
2017

Work in the Janus series is comprised of fabric pieces, embroidery, trapunto and selected "costumes" that have been altered and painted. Each piece (Janus I, Janus II, Janus III and Janus IV) depicts a different stage of passage through life as well as referencing the forces of fire, water, earth and air. Artwork in the "Days On End" series is comprised of fantasy thread "drawings" hand stitched onto vintage handkerchiefs. The majority of these pieces have been sewn onto one large linen wall hanging printed with an original fabric design.