Initial Samples
The first stage of weaving for me has been to lean how double cloth works
and to test different four shaft structures, the results have been
interesting; I have learnt that less is more, as too many structures
combine with the complex warp give a haphazard and messy look to the
design. I have also learnt the different ways of alternating the
warp, horizontally, vertically and the alternate patterns the warp
can be brought up in. In conclusion to my testing I have decided to
use only plain and twill weave while making my samples and experiment
with the combinations of double cloth to add an element of
complexity.
Nancy Middlebrook
To
help me design my samples and stretch the technique of double cloth I
have researched a number of artists and designers; two of which stand
out for me are Nancy Middlebrook and Melintre Gwynt. I really like
how, in both their work, the general structure of the fabric is very
simple and the detail is created though the use of colour and
proportions. The way both the designers use kind of geometric/ block
patterns link back wonderfully to my initial painting and inspiration
source (Lyonel
Feininger's
Barfuesserkirche
I).
I am eager to interoperate Middlebrook's use of graduating blocks
into my designs and Melintre Gwynt's use of odd yet patterned blocks.
Melintre Gwynt
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