Patterns in Celtic Art….. Guest Blogger – Martha Kleihege
June 21, 2012
tags: aged, Celtic Art, color, Embroidery, Fiber, geometric and curvilinear line, Martha Kleihege, painting, patina, patterns, texture
Experimental Research for
Advanced Design – Diploma Course Exhibition
Class Name: Sapphires
While I thought that I would find Level 4 Design to be merely a step to the next stitch class, I found that I grew in unexpected ways. I focused on a study of pattern as my main theme for this class, with early Celtic art as an avenue. I was drawn into Celtic art because of the weaving of geometric and curvilinear lines. The challenge of making each piece look old and aged was invigorating my technique in painting – using color and texture to create a look for patina in my art brought really exciting results. I am looking forward to the challenge to create the same result in stitch. art © Martha Kleihege
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I love the colors and patterns. You have really achieved an ancient “look” to the work. Wish I could have seen it in person.
I am in awe.
Can’t wait to join you to explore the stitch phase of your Celtic study! Cheering you on! Penny
Your work is always so textural and so rich in color and design. There is so much look at and enjoy in each piece. Karen