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I have some of my embroidered art in this new book.
The book will be in stores May 20, 2008.
From the loom to the white cube, textiles have been making waves on the fine art scene in
greater and greater measure over the last fifty years. Beautifully illustrated, Contemporary Textiles:
The Fabric of Fine Art is a stunning and comprehensive look at emerging artists
from one of the most exciting mediums in the fine art world today,
that profiles some of the most daring and innovative examples of textiles in fine art.
Drawing on the rich history of textiles as craft-art, Contemporary Textiles:
The Fabric of Fine Art charts the medium's evolution through to contemporary fine art practices,
with essays by Janis Jefferies and Bradley Quinn, a foreword by acclaimed artist
Jann Haworth and profiles of over sixty groundbreaking textile artists.
Featured artists include, among many others, Matthew Barney, Maria Pineres, Jennifer Angus,
Elaine Reichek, Jessica Rankin, Rosemarie Trockel, Yinka Shonibare, Tilleke Schwarz,
Cosima von Bonin, Ghada Amer, Annette Messager, Mike Kelley, and Christo and Jeanne Claude.
Contemporary Textiles culminates in an inspiring survey of the most important work
taking place in the field today. The artists profiles are highly illustrated with
photographs and examples of work portrayed making this an invaluable book
for anyone interested in contemporary fabrics, art and design.
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