Isabelle D, who began crocheting at seven, transforms her childhood experiences into striking artworks that convey themes of healing and resilience. Her recent series, A Officinalis, uses the marshmallow plant's properties as a symbol for recovery, showcasing soft, pastel-toned forms. In contrast, the Bruise series employs bold colors to reflect a damaged body, honoring the beauty that arises from trauma. Through her meticulous, slow crafting process, Isabelle D emphasizes balance and mindfulness in her practice, aligning her artistic journey with the careful tension in crochet. An exhibition of her work, Hanging by a Thread, is on display at Gallery Nosco through May 24.
Isabelle D's art, rooted in her childhood experience with crochet, embodies themes of healing and trauma through vibrant colors and organic forms.
Her work, particularly in the A Officinalis series, highlights the marshmallow plant's medicinal properties, creating a serene space that symbolizes recovery.
In contrast, the Bruise series utilizes vivid reds and purples, reflecting the beauty found within the visibility of trauma and injury.
Rejecting the fast-paced world, Isabelle D emphasizes a slow and methodical approach in her crafting process, aligning the tension of stitches with her practice.
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