Front Window Project: Carmel Wallace July 1 – July 30 2016

Carmel Wallace, Colony 4, 2016 (detail)
Carmel Wallace, Colony 4, 2016 (detail)
http://www.frontwindow.com.au/in-the-window/  69 Victoria Parade, Collingwood VIC 3066 Australia
Carmel Wallace_Colony 4_Front Window Project installation 2016_detail 2
Carmel Wallace_Colony 4_Front Window Project installation 2016_detail 2
Carmel Wallace_Colony 4 installation_Front Window Project_July 2016
Carmel Wallace_Colony 4 installation_Front Window Project_July 2016
“I am interested in exploring the resonance of repurposed materials and the impact of multiples as compositional elements. For this installation I have woven beach-found fishing ropes to create a colony of enigmatic forms. My inspiration comes largely from the volcanic vents punctuating the plains [and ocean-beds] of southwest Victoria and the organic forms that inhabit them. Fishing practices and environmental issues are also referenced in the materials and construction of the pieces.”  Carmel Wallace 2016

‘Petite’ at Wangaratta Art Gallery 4 June – 17 July 2016

CARMEL WALLACE_Hybrid Reef 3_2015_beachfound fishing ropes & cable ties_H23xW22xD19cm
CARMEL WALLACE_Hybrid Reef 3_2015_beachfound fishing ropes & cable ties_H23xW22xD19cm

My work Hybrid Reef has been selected for this exhibition.

‘Our fifth biennial Petite – Miniature Textiles exhibition goes from strength to strength, with artists from around the country participating in this project, displaying contemporary textiles that are no larger than 30 x 30 x 30cm.

Techniques and themes exploring everything from the joy of pure colour, texture and decoration, through to more serious contemplation on environmental and social issues and elements that propel textiles into the realm of art.’ wangarattaartgallery.com.au