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| Free motion stitching of downtown YXE architecture based on my cell phone images of 2017 |
Downtown was a place I had never bothered to venture. I had pegged the ‘Urban Jungle’ as cold and soul-less hubs constructed on lifeless concrete. I much prefer the flowers in the ditches, the river valley and the big prairie sky.
In 2016, I obtained a fantastic part time job with the Saskatoon Open Door Society on 3rd Avenue. I cringed at the idea of spending time downtown, but there I was. Suddenly I found myself with camera in hand, spending all my breaks and lunch hours wandering the streets. I discovered line, form, colour and a history of human spirit I had never known was there. I found a past and present of people’s energy and creativity.
As a landscape artist specialising in embroidery, my adventures in the downtown core compelled me to step out of my comfort zone and present my ‘discoveries’ as I felt them when I saw them for the first time. With colour and stitch, I hope you will enjoy my impressions of a variety of Saskatoon’s architecture in classic 'urban sketcher' style.
Once the show is up, I will post images of the pieces and tell you the stories that go with each. : )
3 comments:
SO happy for you, and proud of you :)
Good luck with the exhibition Monika, I am looking forward to seeing more of your work. xx
The exploration of downtown Saskatoon through the eyes of an embroidery artist reveals a vibrant tapestry of urban life that challenges preconceived notions of the city's core. This blog, penned by an individual initially reluctant to delve into the 'Urban Jungle,' transcends mere observation, transforming the concrete landscape into a canvas rich with the hues and textures of human existence. The author's journey from apprehension to appreciation serves as a compelling narrative that not only personalizes the urban experience but also highlights the transformative power of art.
Employed by the Saskatoon Open Door Society, the blogger's initial disdain for downtown dissolves as they embark on photographic expeditions, uncovering the inherent beauty of urbanity. This newfound perspective, captured through the lens of their camera, becomes a source of inspiration, urging them to reinterpret the architectural marvels of Saskatoon through embroidery. Such a medium, traditionally associated with the depiction of natural landscapes, becomes an unconventional tool for narrating the urban ethos.
"أفضل مركز تعليمي
أفضل مركز تعليمي في قطر
معهد دروس خصوصية معيذر قطر"
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