“Vanishing Kashgar” Textile collages
In 2000, one year after completing a year-long dissertation research in Nanjing, I returned to China. This time my goal was to travel in Xinjiang,… Read More »“Vanishing Kashgar” Textile collages
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“Fruchter’s Workshop”: An Art Quilt Series
The Why When my Saba (grandfather) Israel Fruchter, a master tinsmith, could no longer work, he sold his shop and and its content. I don’t… Read More »“Fruchter’s Workshop”: An Art Quilt Series
My First Art Collaborator: My Grandpa Israel
My artistic journey started long before I discovered textiles. As a young child, I was the designated artist of the family, but took art more… Read More »My First Art Collaborator: My Grandpa Israel
“Chasm,” a Textile Collage
The Concept There are times in our lives that mark a clear break from everything that came before. A great chasm, like a crest that… Read More »“Chasm,” a Textile Collage
“Grief,” a Fabric Collage
A Fetal Position One spring morning in 2019, I woke up and checked my phone. There was a message from my sister on the other… Read More »“Grief,” a Fabric Collage
“Stolen Moments” Mixed Media Series
I don’t know how it is for you, but to me the holiday season always feels like an in-between time. One year is ending, another… Read More »“Stolen Moments” Mixed Media Series
Looking Back at 2022: An End-of-year Summary
Another year is coming to an end. For me, 2022 was life changing. In my mind, however, it seems to blur together with the Covid… Read More »Looking Back at 2022: An End-of-year Summary
“Eye of a Storm,” an Art Quilt
Have you ever found yourself completely calm in the midst of unfolding chaos? It happened to me twice in my lifetime, despite my tendency to… Read More »“Eye of a Storm,” an Art Quilt