About the Workshop
This workshop uses weaving as a medium to explore an unplanned approach to making art, with a focus on enjoying the creative journey over the pursuit of specific outcomes. We’ll work with a variety of weaving techniques and forms - including fringe weaving, off-loom weaving, and weaving on frame looms- and review examples from contemporary artists. The instructor will support beginners in learning new techniques while encouraging more experienced students to expand their practice and challenge themselves.
About Angela Riggs
Angela Riggs is a multidisciplinary artist living and working in Portland, Oregon. Her aphantasia - a limited ability to visualize - encourages happy coincidence in her art, as well as an organic and unplanned approach to creating.
Her art is rooted in spontaneity, curiosity, and exploration, with a strong sense of movement and flow. She loves experimenting with different mediums and techniques, and is especially drawn to the crafts of fiber art and pottery. The common thread between these mediums is the ability to play with textures and depth - incorporating a variety of weaving techniques, building unique shapes, using textured glazes to invite closer viewing and discovery of detail.
Learn more about Angela on her website www.dandygal.art
Instructor will provide:
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All of the materials that students will need for their weaving projects including:
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frame looms
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ceramic pieces for off-loom weaving
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wide variety of colors and types of fiber.
What students should bring:
All materials will be provided. Students may bring additional fiber for weaving if they have a specific material they'd like to use during the week.