Hanna Lamb:

While researching Cyanotypes and working with I came across this artist who works with with Cyanotypes and fabrics. I am definitely interested in working with fabrics during this project as well as stitching and Lamb demonstrates both within her work. The first work 'Material Touch' showcases Cyanotypes and sewing combined with each other to create a contemporary image. The lighter and darker blue tones create depth within the work and the image of the hands is clear creating a human connection between the piece and the viewer. I think that the hand stitching stands out nicely and seems to ground the work, the hand crafted element of the threads contrast the more ethereal undertones of the Cyanotype.

When looking at the second piece 'Deconstructed Cloth' I am really interested in the way Lamb has managed to hand up her piece. While thinking about the themes of my project I was contemplating creating wall hanging and seeing this artists work I am convinced that this is the direction that I will go in. Hanging the fabric creates movement and fluidity within the work, it makes the piece seem elevated and airy. Due to my theme being dreams and the subconscious I wan to create a body of work that has this type of fluidity and motion.