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Colour has always been the most important element in my fiber work. Seeing the rows of colour build and interact as I weave is a constant inspiration. Fibre colours interact differently than pigment, and each fibre content; wool, silk, linen, cotton, etc., has a unique way of reflecting colour.
Techniques:
This work is handwoven using a lampas weave structure.
Dimensions:
Art work is 19″ x 19″. Framed it is 20″ x 20″
Materials:
5/2 mercerized cotton, 60/2 silk. Backing is light cotton canvas. Handmade wooden frame.
Loom:
This piece was woven on a 24 shaft LeClerc Weavebird dobby loom.
Gwendolyn Penner
Gwen’s love of fiber began as the daughter of a seamstress, watching and mimicking her mother as she touched every bolt of fabric in search of the perfect texture. This lifelong intrigue with fibre has taken her across several continents and spurred her growth through numerous courses and degrees in design and the textile arts.
The love of nature and color are constant themes in Gwen’s fiber art. In a world often filled with strife, her goal is to provide a colorful and harmonious visual experience for the viewer.
