SUE FREDA

“These dresses have been woven by hand from one continuous strand of wire over a period of one to three months. They are made free hand and without the use of an armature or other supports. They are then embellished with glass, resin or tree sap which clings to the network of wire in translucent droplets. The wire is often patinaed to bring deeper hues to the brass and copper works. The processes of knitting, lace making and crocheting are the main component of my pieces. I record time and space through gesture."

"My love of surface and texture is directly related to the interaction of light through the material. The ability of a substance to reflect, magnify, or obscure light is significant to me. I choose surfaces that act as windows or veils through which the patterns and transitions of light and line can be viewed."