Joan Scott- Fabric Artist
My present work focuses primarily on quilts and painted silk. I am fascinated by color and pattern, which has led to dyeing and painting yarn and fabric. Quilting is my current passion. Because of my interest in color, pattern, and texture, making quilts is a natural extension of my work in fiber. Presently my focus is on large quilts and small wall hangings, utilizing more traditional patterns with non-traditional color ways. The quilts are machine-pieced and quilted, made of 100 percent cotton, and functional. When painting the silk scarves I prefer to apply the dye directly onto the silk with a brush, though I sometimes use shibori techniques to create resist patterns in the silk, then injecting the dye, which adds an element of surprise to the final product.
I am interested in creating work, which is functional as well as beautiful. I believe that fine craft should be present in our lives and homes, that it is important in these days of mass produced, shoddy goods to allow ourselves the pleasure not only of appreciating, but using beautiful things, made by hand. I believe it is a reflection of our culture and who we are as human beings.
