This project is an exploration of how one might create a structure out of woven fabric that produces a lenticular effect (the "image" seen changes with the angle of observation). Utilizing double weave along with additional non-textile materials (paper, wire, monofilament, glue), the Low-Tech Layered Lenticular forms a stiff, yet collapsible accordion-pleated structure. Lengths of wire are used to define the edges/peaks of the structure, while the double weave pockets form the faces; monofilament is sewn in after weaving to define and maintain the accordion shape.
Every time we’ve had a speaker in the Experimental Weaving Lecture Series share work related to creating 3D forms/sculpture out of woven fabric, I’ve been so intrigued and excited about that idea. Though I know I’m not yet able to weave something as intricate as the pieces I’ve seen, for my final project, I wanted to try making my own 3D forms using my current skillset and available resources, mainly multi-layered weaving and using alternative yarns, like elastic and wire, as supplemental wefts. Feeling particularly inspired by some of Elizabeth Meiklejohn’s work, my goal was to weave something that possessed an ethereal quality.
more inspiration from Lucy Smyth: the ideas of undulation, dimension, creating a structure that’s 2D and 3D
what type of 3D structures can I create utilizing multi-layered weaving techniques (and other techniques, like supplemental weft), and can they be moldable, or at least elastic?
give them an ethereal quality
Because I wanted to use elastic and wanted the freedom to cut off my swatches on demand, I decided to re-warp our Cricket loom with the idea that I’d be able to prototype with greater convenience.