Claudia Bloxsome
Claudia Bloxsome — 'To Utter One's Own Prayer' Wall Textile, 2024
$1,100
The woven sculptures by Claudia Bloxsome showcased in Fables and Folklore explore the passage of time, capturing the intricate rhythms and cycles that shape our existence.
Similar to the foundational structure of woven fabric, these patterns provide a conceptual framework for navigating life’s journey. Each piece serves as a vessel for reflection, encouraging an exploration of the significance of the mundane through the perspectives of labor, time, and care.
Claudia's work explores structure and form through two primary methods: first, by employing weaving techniques that transcend the traditional horizontal and vertical threads of a 2D grid; second, by incorporating scaffolding elements such as wire, rods, and timber frames. This approach allows Claudia to create sculptures that resonate with viewers, inspiring a shared reflection on the persistent rhythms of life and the resilience inherent in the human experience.
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Claudia Bloxsome's practice is rooted in the transformative potential of weaving. Inspired by the rich history of weaving, which has both sustained societies through utilitarian constraints and evolved into a contemporary art form, weaving is a lifelong pursuit for Claudia, offering endless possibilities for experimentation. Through meticulous manipulation of fibres, she explores the interplay of time, sentiment and care. Often incorporating metal and timber as scaffolding to elevate woven cloth into sculptural forms.
Her personal experience with mental health also informs her work, providing a therapeutic outlet and a desire to create spaces of visual respite for others.
"Through rhythm, colour, and texture, I aim to evoke a sense of calm and wonder, offering viewers a momentary escape into a world of aesthetic repose." - Claudia Bloxsome
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November 14, 2024 - January 25, 2025
Curated by Simone Haag
Craft is thrilled to invite internationally renowned Australian decorator Simone Haag as the guest curator of Craft’s final main gallery exhibition of 2024. Making her curatorial debut, Haag presents a group exhibition featuring works by more than 30 Australian artists.
Material: cotton, japan black ash frame
Dimensions: 26.5 x 19.5cm
Please note when purchasing, exhibition works are to be collected when exhibition closes.