As I have stated...my theme for 2013 is Up Close and Personal. I am using 6 of the most favorite macro shots I've taken and making them into art quilts. I'll be posting the completed art along with the original inspirational photograph.
And here is the first. The photo was taken on a trip to Texas. We were walking along and saw this scarred and beaten very old cactus. I got a very close up shot of a few of the leaves. I've always loved this photo and the resiliance portrayed. An old cactus, well worn over time, yet still growing. An inspiration worthy of an art quilt I think.
And here is the first. The photo was taken on a trip to Texas. We were walking along and saw this scarred and beaten very old cactus. I got a very close up shot of a few of the leaves. I've always loved this photo and the resiliance portrayed. An old cactus, well worn over time, yet still growing. An inspiration worthy of an art quilt I think.
ANCIENT CACTUS
original photograph
I used simple quilting so as not to detract from the scars on the leaves. All the scars are reverse appliqued.On the largest scar, I pleated the light gray fabric before doing the reverse applique on the black for the deeper cut (see below). I even let the fabric pucker as I stitched it because I felt it enhanced the age of the cactus. The "thorns" are hand embroidered. All the fabrics are my own hand dyed cottons.
Ancient Cactus - detail
I didn't guess from your photos, Kelly but I should have done as we have a cactus exactly like that here in our French garden! You have really achieved the exact colours and form and it all looks very prickly and leathery.I shall try hard to guess the next one!
ReplyDeleteLovely indeed!
ReplyDeleteI like your color selections and the applique and quilting are excellent. I can't wait to see your next piece.
ReplyDeleteFrances
Yes, a great interpretation indeed. Well done
ReplyDeleteVery well done,so life like.
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