Fiber Wall Sculpture and Found, Reclaimed, Repurposed Materials Sculptures

Purple Prickly Fiber Wall Sculpture, Hand dyed fabric, stitching and beads.

Fabric Collage, 8" x 10" x 1.5"

Artist Statement

I began creating my Fabric Wall Sculptures over 40 years ago. Having always been interested in creating layers of texture and colors with fabrics, I developed my own unique techniques for constructing my 3-dimensional fiber works.

Using painted, hardware cloth as my structure I build several layers of woven fabrics then embellished with stitching and beading, I create one layer on top of another.

About 10 years ago I began using Rescued, Repurposed and Recycled materials in my sculptures.

Recently, I have begun utilizing open-weave, cubical mesh as the base for my art. I work layers of translucent fabrics and embellishment on the front and back of the base structure to create my Fabric Collages.

In the past several years I have been moving away from creating purely decorative fiber wall sculptures but also give my work themes with commentary on social issues and current events.

The work I chose to include in this portfolio represents all of my series. For a more in-depth look at a particular series, please visit my website. www.TamaraArtiist.com

  • Ancient Feathers

    This fiber wall sculpture made with fabrics, beads and stitching. The sculpture was designed to be displayed both horizontally or vertically, making it perfect for over a sofa , bed or fireplace.
    50" x 18" x 3"

  • World in Trouble: Trashed, Melting, Burning. What are you doing about it?

    World in Trouble: Trashed, Melting, Burning. What are you doing about it?

  • Urban Art Nymph Headdress

    This head dress is part of my wearable art collection, which includes costumes and head wear.
    UAN is the manifestation of my creative art self and the handle for my Instagram site.

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