Jonathon Sinclair (he/they)
Looking at weave from a sculptural perspective my project challenges the relationship between form, found objects and woven textiles. Influenced by sculptural practitioners Franz West and Louise Nevelson my woven samples explore the transition between sculpture and wearable, with samples fitting into both contexts. Translating the colour, shape and texture from drawings to my woven samples is a process happening off loom in my practice. With explorations of shredded garments in both the warp and weft the construction of my fabric fuels material exploration and analysis as I challenged and investigated the relationship of different fibre qualities. Using donated garments combined with research into Basahan weaving, originating in the Philippines, my practice has revolved around zero waste ideals with this becoming a fundamental regard to each piece I construct.
Drawings
Using the information from my Primary Research I wanted to use drawing as a way to explore the textural elements in my images. By using different combinations of media in each drawing I was able to achieve this and understand the different fibres and fabrics I want to use to translate this when weaving.