Emergent
on seeking emergence in 3D woven objects
“Emergent” explores the potential of textiles’ inherent material qualities and structures to generate a collection of three-dimensional woven objects. In basketry, the form develops from a slow and continuous growth. It is always visible in its increasing indication, and constantly evolving throughout the making. This aspect of form-thinking is adopted and then adjusted to weaving on a loom.
Instead of relying on synthetic materials to create a specific "smart" effect, natural materials and their inherent properties, are utilized to engineer and embed form directly into the fabric during production. Using wool, linen and paper yarn, varying degrees of stiffness are combined and accentuated. In addition, multi-layered, interwoven structures interact with the materials’ behaviour and allow for more volume. On the loom, the fabric remains flat, but once released, the inherent tension of the threads is activated and expands the weave into three-dimensional space.
Throughout this research, multi-layered weavings are defined as complex systems. The concept of emergence is explored and applied to the material practice of weaving, aiming to showcase what intricate, synergistic, and often intuitive interconnections of material, maker, tools, and environment make this forming process possible. Furthermore, this project seeks to open up a broader discussion on the use of craft-based research, reflective practice, and notions of textility as strategies towards designing for sustainability.
embedding of 3D form on the loom
overtwisting of wool yarn on HILO E-Spinner and Spinning Machine
BA project 2023
weißensee kunsthochschule berlin
Textile and Material Design
Prof. Dr. Zane Berzina & Prof. Dr. Lucy Norris
The project was awarded the Mart Stam Preis 2023 and shown at Galerie Pankow in the group exhibition "Selbst dann" (Jun-Jul 2024).