Fiber & Plaster series by Patti Kramer
NEW ART! This highly textured art is made from jute rope and plaster and/or recycled paper pulp. The art is filled with texture and color, and complements any contemporary interior including mid-century modern, and industrial styles.
More about the art and specifications at bottom of page.
More about the art and specifications at bottom of page.
PANELS: Art is wrapped around a hardboard panel (art extends onto the sides)
WOVEN COMPLEMENTS, 18"x18"x2", jute, plaster
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WOVEN MORN, 18"x18"x2", jute, plaster, acrylic
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CITY LIGHTS, 18"x18"x2", jute, plaster, acrylic
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WOVEN TEAL, 18"x18"x2", jute, plaster, acrylic
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FEEL LIKE DANCIN', 18"x18"x2", jute, plaster, acrylic
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FLY FISHING, 18"x18"x2", jute, plaster, acrylic
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Sunrise, 18"x18"x1.5", jute, plaster
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PATHS, 18"x18"x2", jute, recycled paper pulp
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CACTUS TRIO, 18"x18"x2", jute, recycled paper pulp, cactus skeletons
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INTERTWINED, 38"x34", plaster, jute, acrylic
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WOVEN GREENS, 48"x22", plaster, jute, acrylics, wood, vertical or horizontal
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A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT, 54"x12"x2", plaster, jute, acrylic, vertical or horizontal
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MINGLE, 54"x24"x2", plaster, jute, acrylic, vertical or horizontal
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OCEAN BY AIR, 36"x44"x2", jute, plaster, prickly pear skeletons, acrylic
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SALMON LAKE, 37"x42"x2", jute, plaster, acrylic, vertical or horizontal
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WOVEN TOWER MULTICOLORED, jute, plaster, acrylic, 66"x24"x2"
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WOVEN SUNSET, plaster, burlap, acrylic on panel with pine edges and sides exposed, 73"x36"x1.5"
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FREE HANGING: Art is strong and flexible and doesn't need the support of a wood panel behind them. Dowel on back and wired for hanging.
HIAWATHA TRAIL, jute, paper pulp, plaster, dye, acrylic. No panel behind - hangs freely. 41"x38"x1/2"
BRIDGES, jute, paper pulp, dye, acrylic. No panel behind- hangs freely. 38"x15"x1/2"
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LOGGING CREEK, jute, paper pulp, plaster, dye, acrylic. Hangs freely (no panel on back). Wired for hanging. . 12.5"x24'5"
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DETAIL Of DEPTH
2" depth
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1.5" depth
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DETAIL of TEXTURES
Detail of Woven Sea
Detail of Feel Like Dancin'
Detail of Woven Tower Multicolored
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Detail of cactus skeleton in Ocean by Air
Detail of cactus skeleton in Cactus Trio, made with paper pulp instead of plaster
Detail of Woven Sunset
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Detail of Woven Teal
Detail of Woven Complements
Detail of Woven Greens
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About Fiber & Plaster series
Recently a plumber opened a wall of my 1956 studio to fix a broken pipe. The lath and plaster that had been hidden inside the wall was exposed for the first time in 60 years - and I was surprised at how beautiful it was! The cement globules that had been formed by plaster being forced through the negative spaces of the metal lath so long ago had formed an intricate plane of patterns and texture. I was in awe of its unintended beauty and was inspired to create art using a similar technique.
For several months I experimented with different materials before deciding my "lath" would be made of jute. The first plasters I used were heavy and brittle, but by experimenting with combining different materials, I finally developed a lighter and more flexible plaster. I am also experimenting with using paper pulp in place of plaster for an even lighter-weight alternative.
I create the art by forcing plaster (or pulp) through woven jute. It is left to dry for several days before embellishing it with acrylic washes and glazes. The result is a highly textured, loosely woven web of soft jute surrounded by hard, colorful negative spaces.
For several months I experimented with different materials before deciding my "lath" would be made of jute. The first plasters I used were heavy and brittle, but by experimenting with combining different materials, I finally developed a lighter and more flexible plaster. I am also experimenting with using paper pulp in place of plaster for an even lighter-weight alternative.
I create the art by forcing plaster (or pulp) through woven jute. It is left to dry for several days before embellishing it with acrylic washes and glazes. The result is a highly textured, loosely woven web of soft jute surrounded by hard, colorful negative spaces.
Specifications
Art is either wrapped over hardboard panels (artwork continues onto the sides) or is free-hanging without a panel. Finished depth depends on the thickness of the jute and is usually between 1.75" - 2" for panel-backed art, and 1/2" for free-hanging art. All art is wired and ready to hang.
Commissions (custom orders)
I have a degree in interior design and enjoy creating art for specific spaces. If you have a space in mind I'm available for a free consultation.
I have a degree in interior design and enjoy creating art for specific spaces. If you have a space in mind I'm available for a free consultation.
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