Continuing to explore other materials that can be crocheted, Sulafa waskeen to investigate copper wire of various types. The wire is as malleable as yarn can be, but acts differently when it is being crocheted; on wire, it is not as easy to smooth out curves and knots as it is on yarn, and is generally more robust to work with. Furthermore, she was intrigued by the manner in which the wire interacts with light and shadow. The copper wire used is reminiscent of ‘coconut husk fibers’, enabling light to reflect and travelthrough not only the gaps between the crochet knots, but also those between the individual wires. The wire also glows differently under various light forms, adding an exciting visual element as viewers engage with the swatches. Through this series of explorations, she also wanted to explore the complexities of artistic labor, celebrate the variations and inconsistencies,and contemplate the nuances of human (manual) labor in an increasingly digital and technological world.
Material exploration swatch with electrician's copper wire
Material exploration swatch with electrician's copper wire
Material exploration swatch with electrician's copper wire
Material exploration swatch with electrician's copper wire
Material exploration swatch with electrician's copper wire
Untitled (from the series Soft Remnants),2023, yarn imprint on air-dried clay, 16.5 x 12.5 cm
Untitled (from the series Soft Remnants),2023, yarn imprint on air-dried clay, 10.5 x 11.5 cm
Untitled (from the series Soft Remnants),2023, yarn imprint and dry-brush paint on air-dried clay, 28 x 23 cm
Untitled (from the series Soft Remnants),2023, yarn imprint and dry-brush paint on air-dried clay, 10 x 6.5 cm
Untitled (from the series Soft Remnants),2023, yarn imprint on blue painted air-dried clay, 13.5 x 11.5 cm
Untitled (from the series Soft Remnants),2023, yarn imprint and dry-brush paint on air-dried clay, 14.5 x 14 cm
Material Exploration with Transparent Line
Year : 2o23 onwards
Medium : Transperant fishing line
Dimensions : Variable
Sulafa is often mesmerized by the delicate beauty of the natural world,and consciously considers how it can play a role in her work. This line of inspiration has led her to imagine the artistic potential of sculpting ethereal forms, pondering the selection of materials that would best translate her vision. After careful consideration, she concluded that transparent line, with its unique properties, offered an ideal medium. The inherent softness and flexibility of the wire, coupled with the complexities of its plastic composition,demanded innovative solutions and precise execution. At the heart of her creative pursuit was a dedication to capturing the graceful essence of natural forms. She was intrigued by the intricate shadows cast bythe sculptures against a plain backdrop – each knot creating a captivatinginterplay of light and dark. Every loop and chain contributed to the realization of her vision, resulting in a piece that echoed an ephemeral beauty. This endeavor expanded her repertoire of materials and techniques, enriching her practice with new possibilities.