Wednesday 27 October 2010

Considering Val Jackson’s applique…

HOCKING, 2010, Photograph
I have adjusted this photograph of Val Jackson’s work to grayscale in order for me to appreciate the technique used.
Jackson’s use of stitch gives plain sections of fabric texture and depth with her pattern creating stitch. These patterns vary greatly from simplistic circular forms to swirls, flowers, and wavy lines.
By combining reverse applique with pattern creating stitch, Jackson forms some lovely sections of floral fabrics. This is a technique I would like to use in my own work.
I will be referring to this image throughout the project for technique ideas.

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