I was asked to design a piece inspired by a show of Asian American art from the 1900 to the present at the De Young Museum. In creating this sculpture I was inspired by Ruth Osawa's wire sculptures. Because I am a dress designer, I used fabric instead of wire. I cut curvilinear shapes out of organza and tulle and joined them to form a soft and opaque sculpture. The form hangs from a tree-like metal stand made to my specifications. The origami cranes made of shoji screen paper are also an homaje to Ruth Osawa. Her daughter Aiko taught me how to make miniature cranes. In my piece I wanted to convey the need and necessity to nurture.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
NESTING
I was asked to design a piece inspired by a show of Asian American art from the 1900 to the present at the De Young Museum. In creating this sculpture I was inspired by Ruth Osawa's wire sculptures. Because I am a dress designer, I used fabric instead of wire. I cut curvilinear shapes out of organza and tulle and joined them to form a soft and opaque sculpture. The form hangs from a tree-like metal stand made to my specifications. The origami cranes made of shoji screen paper are also an homaje to Ruth Osawa. Her daughter Aiko taught me how to make miniature cranes. In my piece I wanted to convey the need and necessity to nurture.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
My daughter's Wedding Gown
This dress is made of silk, silk organza, and french lace. I used pleats for the high collar and the bottom of the gown. This dress involved a lot of handwork and the design evolved with each fitting.
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