Sabine Kaner
Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK
I am a mixed media fine artist working with predominantly print, textiles, paint and stitch.
My work explores the human condition. I use a range of psychological lenses to try and illuminate my subject matter; Issues of identity, mental health and illness, social and political. Although my work draws on autobiographical experiences, they are oftenshared experiences that are commonly understood.
Symbolic references, abstract and recognisable shapes mingle together, in the work, punctuated with a strong sense of colour. The work is built up in layers with paint,print, appliqué, deconstructed clothing and stitching. Texture is important, and I try to recreate it through different and varied threads including wool and recycled materials.
Each piece begins with an idea, research, drawings and a gathering of materials. As the work progresses it evolves revealing insights through the process of making.
I have created a series of work using deconstructed clothing which have personal attachments to the wearers. The connection to the cloth is part of the narrative and intertwined with the composition. Recycling materials in all its forms and being mindful of environmental issues are part of the consideration of any work that I make.
Find out more about Sabine Kaner:
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