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About KATHY UTTS
the
Artist &
the Kathleen Utts, a fiber artist and Saori weaver, transports us into a realm
where cloth becomes art. With a profound respect for the Saori philosophy of
Work self-expression and freedom, Kathleen creates woven artworks that embrace
imperfection and celebrate individuality. Through her loom, she weaves
colors and textures, and stitches each piece with her signature inclusion of
bird symbology. Through intricate manipulation of textiles, she crafts tactile
narratives that explore the intersection of artistic expression, beauty, and the
human experience. Her artworks are not mere woven garments or tapestries
but living reflections of Kathy’s journey, capturing moments of serenity, joy,
and contemplation.
This piece entitled, “ON BECOMING” is a departure from Kathy’s usual
woven work, expanding her horizon to include storytelling with photos
transferred onto silk that peek out through woven windows, and decorative
handspun yarn plied using feathers that further her free-spirited imagery.
ON BECOMING
Fiber Art and photo transfer
16”x 24”
NFS
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