Textile Study Group of New York "Crossing Lines: Thae Many Faces of Fiber"
Brookfield Place (Courtyard Gallery and Winter Garden )
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A quilted collage of street signs. Abstract art composed of sewing-machine stitches. Towering masks made of threads.
These are just a few of the wildly inventive, eye-catching artworks showcased in "Crossing Lines: The Many Faces of Fiber," a free exhibit of contemporary fiber art at the World Financial Center Courtyard Gallery from December 6th through February 19th.
Presented by Arts World Financial Center, the exhibit will feature a dazzling array of woven sculptures, quilted collages, abstract embroidery, and more by members of the Textile Study Group of New York (TSGNY), a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to promoting a wider appreciation of fiber art.
The exhibit celebrates TSGNY's 35th anniversary with more than 50 artworks demonstrating the power and versatility of fiber art. The organization's member artists transform thread, yarn, and fabric into eye-popping creations that offer an imaginative approach to embroidery, dyeing, feltwork, knitting, crochet, knotting, lacemaking, quilting, spinning, weaving, and more.
"Crossing Lines invites audiences to take something as familiar as fabric and appreciate it in a stunningly beautiful new light," said Debra Simon, artistic director of Arts World Financial Center. "The Textile Study Group of New York has spent thirty-five years inspiring artists to explore the infinite creative potential of fiber and textiles, and we're thrilled to be presenting this sweeping exhibition of their members' exquisite and wildly imaginative work."
Curated by Rebecca A.T. Stevens, author and Consulting Curator of Contemporary Textiles at the Textile Museum in Washington, DC, the wildly diverse collection includes works both large and small, two- and three-dimensional, traditional and experimental.
“We at the Textile Study Group of New York are delighted to be working with Arts World Financial Center to present this landmark exhibition of our members’ works to celebrate our 35th anniversary,” said Nancy Koenigsberg, Founder and President Emeritus of the Textile Study Group of New York.
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from December 06, 2011 to February 19, 2012
Tuesday–Sunday, 12–4pm at WFC Courtyard Gallery, closed December 24, 25, 31, 2011 & January 1, 2012