#weaving art

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Ruth Asawa

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Across Land, 2016 by Nilima Sheikh 83.8 x 34.2 in, 2016 (Embroidered)

Dimensions: 83.8 x 34.2 in Medium: Hand embroidery on Cotton poplin fabric

Part of the Terrain: Carrying Across, Leaving Behind series, Across Land narrates tales of journeys, quests, and the perils they entail. . The references for thispainting come from 14th century Siennesepaintings, 12th century Turkish paintingsand elsewhere. These stories are furtherenhanced by the landscapes, flora and faunain the artworks showing how natureis intertwined with our lives and impactour stories.

Embroidery Details: The piece is brought to life through an intricate combination of silk and cotton threads using techniques such as French knots, satin stitch, and chain stitch. Each motif retains the stencil-like effect of Sheikh’s original artwork, blending the visual traditions of painting and embroidery seamlessly.

Threads of Time: The Art of Nilima Sheikh 19 December 2024 - 31 January 2025

https://milaayaartgallery.com/viewing-room/13-threads-of-time-the-art-of-nilima-sheikh/

Threads of Time: The Art of Nilima Sheikh

Nilima Sheikh (b. 1945, New Delhi) is a luminary in the realm of contemporary Indian art, recognized for her distinctive integration of miniature painting techniques with larger installations. Her works are deeply rooted in the landscapes, cultural traditions, and historical narratives of South Asia, including Kashmir. Drawing inspiration from folklore, poetry, and historical texts, Sheikh’s art invites reflection on themes such as migration, memory, love, and resilience, often interwoven with an acute sensitivity to the natural world. Her style is poetic, meditative, and multi-layered, blending intricate details with larger societal narratives. https://milaayaartgallery.com/viewing-room/13-threads-of-time-the-art-of-nilima-sheikh/

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please perceive how much my basket weaving has improved as I've been going lol

The bottom - terrible

The top - decent!!

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SHOOTING THE MOON / OVER AND OVER

12.5 x 23 in. weaving on ashford loom, 2025

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