sweet, simple lines of thread.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009 12:03
Posted by Joetta Maue in category Contemporary Craft, International Crafters

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I am mesmerized by the sweet simplicity of the embroidered drawings of artist Megan Ileana.  Megan has created a lovely blog in which she shares quiet intimate moments embroidered.  It reads almost like a visual diary of a young women’s life.

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Her stitches are simple and straightforward.  Her simple line drawing technique moves the heart in its sweet loveliness.

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She states:

I see embroidery as a lens through which to view the intimate moments of my life.

My art is an exploration of sexuality, gender and bodies.

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I could not agree more.  She explores and celebrates femininity, intimacy, and the little moments of life.

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Her technique reminding me quite a bit of the lovely work of Orly Cogan and I cannot help but adore the similarities between the  themes in my own work and hers- but Megan has a voice all her own.

I am delighted to have discovered her work.

Photo: Joetta Maue

About Joetta Maue

Joetta Maue is a mixed media artist primarily using photography, text, and fiber practices. Her most recent body of work is a series of embroideries and images exploring the conflicts and contradictions that exist within intimacy. Joetta’s work resides within the realm of the everyday, everyday objects, autobiography, and the female. She is especially interested in the role of personal relationships in our lives, seen in our most intimate moments and spaces. http://www.joettamaue.com

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