Garbage In, Garbage Out?: Exploring textile sculpture through refuse material 2023 (English)Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE creditsStudent thesis [Artistic work]

Abstract [en]

This paper examines the processes, materials, and influences of Karina Presttun, an artist who explores building abstract sculptures with twine made from second-hand fabrics. She discusses how her work aims to share emotions and visual experiences that do not translate well into text and how she has been inspired by fiber artists, basket makers, and music. She also reflects on the spiritual importance of craftsmanship, the risk of the academization of art, and using discarded materials to bring attention to the environmental impact of textile production. 

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages

2023. , p. 23

Keywords [en]

craft, textile sculpture, upcycling, second-hand, music, synesthesia, electronica, anti-academic

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Arts

Identifiers

URN: urn:nbn:se:konstfack:diva-9010OAI: oai:DiVA.org:konstfack-9010DiVA, id: diva2:1762791

Educational program

CRAFT! - Textiles (Master)

Supervisors

Note

4 images removed: 

Image 7.  Patford, Gemma (design), DIY Rope Bowl [vessel made from hand-painted rope], 2013, https://collectivegen.com/2013/07/diy-rope-bowl/, accessed 21 February 2023.

Direct image link: https://collectivegen.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/diy-rope-bowl-a-pair-and-a-spare-201-778x519.jpg

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Image 19. Hopkins, Jan, Comtemplation, [sculpture made from agave leaves, yellow cedar bark & waxed linen], private collection, 2004, http://janhopkinsart.blogspot.com/p/fade-to-light-dimensions-19-12x14x9.html, accessed 21 February 2023.

Direct image link: http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oL_xzFstShg/UG9iiS-MNlI/AAAAAAAACIo/H_AgdTOeeQ0/s1600/contemplation_front_www.jpg

Image 20. Grey, Alex, Dissectional Art for Tool’s Lateralus CD [ink on paper & acrylic on acetate], 2001, https://www.alexgrey.com/art/tool/dissectional-art-for-tools-lateralus-cd, accessed 21 February 2023.

Direct image link: https://www.alexgrey.com/art-images/tool-dissectional-alex-grey-watermarked.jpg

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Image 22. Jacobs, Ferne, Figure/Head, [object made from coiled and twined waxed linen thread], 2020, https://www.craftinamerica.org/blog/building-the-essentials-ferne-jacobs-4-2-2022-6-18-2022/, accessed 21 February 2

Direct image link: https://www.craftinamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_5016edit.jpg

Available from: 2023-06-08 Created: 2023-06-05 Last updated: 2023-06-08Bibliographically approved

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