Tuesday, March 15, 2011

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I find these intricate textile pieces by visual artist Nick Cave so appealing!  They remind me of high fashion versions of the rainbow-coloured crochet granny quilts that you often find in thrift shops.  When in motion, they put me in mind of the whimsical creatures from Where the Wild Things Are or The Muppet Show.  I love the glamour and playfulness of these sculptural works, and would love to have a closer look, as I'm sure the fine details are stunning.  Nick Cave is represented by the Jack Shainman Gallery in New York, and I was pleasantly surprised to see that a former Montreal teacher of mine, Pierre Dorion, is currently exhibiting there.  You can check out more of Nick Cave's work on his website