Exhibition Information

THREADS
March 19-April 25, 2013

Contemporary works of embroidery by:

Opening Reception:  Thursday, March 21, 4:30-6:30 pm

For centuries, embroidery was labeled as “women’s work” and was therefore relegated to the category of craft. However, during the twentieth-century, artists such as Anni Albers, Judy Chicago, Sheila Hicks and Faith Ringgold helped to elevate fiber as an art medium. In rebellion against the historically male-dominated media of painting and sculpture, feminist art of the 1960s and beyond was often created from the alternative medium of fiber. Artists choosing to work in fiber successfully expanded the definition of fine art to include it.

The nine contemporary artists–five women and four men–whose works are featured in this show each have a unique approach to embroidery. However, they all share a commitment to this ancient needlework technique and its slow and meditative process as an expressive art form.

Programs

Artist's Talk - Joetta Maue: Wednesday, April 3, 5:00 pm

Hands-On Embroidery Workshop:
Karin Birch and Jenn McNamara
Wednesdays April 17 and April 24, 5:30-7:30 pm
SUNY Cortland Fibers Studio, 22 W. Court Street, Cortland
Free and open to the public; registration required.
Call 607-753-4216 to register.