Ant Hamlyn Taps into the Optimism of Y2K in Squished Floral Sculptures — Colossal
Glossy, synthetic, and very compressed, Ant Hamlyn’s botanicals are unlike anything you’d find in nature. He taps into…
Fiona Ramsden’s return to Tararua farm after 20 years in fashion
“Growing up on Ware Ware, day-to-day life was helping my parents out on the farm, whether in the…
Jeanne Vicerial’s Ethereal Sculptures Dot Historic Spaces in Aix-en-Provence in ‘Incarnation’ — Colossal
Softness and resilience. Presence and absence. Vitality and stillness. These are just a few of the dualities that…
Faig Ahmed Weaves Mysticism, Science, Technology, and Craft into ‘The Attention’ — Colossal
Faig Ahmed is known for his vibrant textile sculptures that take traditional Azerbaijani ornamental carpets as starting point,…
In ‘Door to Life,’ Pacita Abad Evokes Traditional Yemeni Architecture — Colossal
Throughout her illustrious 32-year career, Pacita Abad (1946-2004) traveled to more than 60 countries. Myriad experiences ultimately introduced…
Frank Stella’s eye-dazzling collection of Navajo weavings to go on view – The Art Newspaper
An exhibition of Navajo (Diné) weavings from the collection of the US artist Frank Stella (1936-2024) opens on…
Thinking small and dreaming big in Isabel Nolan’s imaginary world – The Art Newspaper
The Dublin-born artist Isabel Nolan is known for her work exploring meaning and uncertainty, taking cosmology, religion and humanism as…
In Monica Rohan’s Paintings, Tablecloths and Chairs Uncannily Perch in Remote Landscapes — Colossal
Home might be a mutable concept, but some objects retain the aura of belonging and comfort even outside…
7 Artists Discuss the Power and Urgency of Textiles — Colossal
“We live with so many hard things,” says Sheila Hicks, “that we’re crying for softness.” The pleasure, simplicity,…
A Giant Wool Form by Nicola Turner Heaves and Skitters Through an 18th-Century Chapel — Colossal
In a converted 18th-century chapel on the grounds of Yorkshire Sculpture Park, a strange form creeps through openings…
Exhibition explores connection between textiles and spirituality in Asia – The Art Newspaper
Upon entering Threading Inwards at the Centre for Heritage, Arts and Textile (Chat) in Hong Kong, visitors pass…
Victoria Dugger Reinterprets the American Flag in Glitter and Fringe — Colossal
When Victoria Dugger encountered Jasper Johns’ “Flag” during a visit to the Museum of Modern Art in 2024,…