Knitted and Crocheted
Definition
This term refers to artworks created using knitting or crocheting techniques, often involving the interlocking of yarn or thread to create textiles, which can range from functional objects like clothing to large-scale installations, and has been embraced by contemporary artists as a means of exploring themes of labor, gender, and tradition.
History
Knitting and crocheting have traditionally been seen as domestic crafts, but in recent years, these techniques have been reclaimed by contemporary artists, particularly in the feminist art movement, as a way to challenge the boundaries between fine art and craft, and to explore themes of femininity, labor, and the handmade.
Notable Examples
Magda Sayeg
Yarn Bombing(various), 2005-present
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Tracey Emin, whose work often incorporates textiles to explore personal and intimate themes, and Magda Sayeg, a pioneer of the yarn bombing movement, which brings knitting and crocheting into public spaces, transforming the urban landscape with colorful, handmade interventions.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the use of knitting needles or crochet hooks to create interlocking loops of yarn or thread, which can be used to make anything from small, delicate pieces to large, sculptural forms. Artists may use these techniques to create works that are both visually and tactilely engaging, often blurring the lines between art, craft, and design, and challenging traditional notions of what constitutes fine art.
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