Renowned textile artist Susan Moxley showcases her unique pieces at the Collect Art Fair, blending history and artistry with natural materials.

At the recently held Collect Art Fair, renowned textile artist Susan Moxley presented her captivating works that drew considerable attention from attendees. Represented by Jenny Blyth Fine Art, Moxley’s textiles offered a distinct contrast to the vibrant atmosphere of the fair, inviting viewers to engage with the profound narratives and histories woven into her creations.

Moxley, who was born in South Africa and has spent four decades between the UK and the Greek island of Kythera, is celebrated for her unique approach to textile art. Her pieces are crafted from a diverse array of vintage and handwoven materials, including home-spun goat hair, sheep’s wool, cotton, and linen, all dyed using natural pigments sourced from the island’s rich minerals and flora. This careful selection of materials not only rejuvenates discarded fabrics but also layers them to create abstract landscapes that mirror both the physical geography of Kythera and the poignant memories contained within the textiles.

At the fair, pieces such as “Palimpsest” and “Darned Landscape” stood out, resembling canvases pieced together with intricate stitching done in vintage threads. Each artwork resonates with the echoes of their past, paying homage to the time and effort invested by the women who wove these textiles on traditional looms. “Water Woman I,” another compelling piece in her collection, delves into the island’s fragile relationship with water, symbolically representing the female body as a vessel, thus bridging the literal and metaphorical significance of life.

Moxley’s works invite repeated viewings, with visitors drawn back to contemplate the stories and histories embedded in each piece. The Collect Art Fair provided a platform for showcasing these thoughtful narratives, highlighting the significance of textiles in both personal and cultural contexts.

Source: Noah Wire Services