January (2018) Textile Art by Ulrika Leander
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Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Textile Art,
Tapestry
on Wall
- Dimensions Height 49in, Width 80in
- Artwork's condition The artwork is in perfect condition
- Framing This artwork is not framed
- Categories Figurative
My subject matter is primarily related to the inspiration that I find in the colors, shapes, and movement in the natural world in all its forms; my work is about expressing and conveying the feelings of joy, peace, and tranquility that come with the contemplation of Nature. I use a traditional weaving technique while constantly striving to extend my ability to capture nuances of color tone and structure. I work with a vertical tapestry loom together with the highest quality tapestry yarns from Scandinavia.
I explore and develop my ideas through the medium of watercolor. When I reach the point where I feel that I am ready to commit to devoting 5-6 months or more to transforming my ideas into a tapestry, the outline of the watercolor design is traced and then digitally enlarged to the full size of the final tapestry. This enlargement provides the map for guiding the hand-weaving process while the watercolor provides the guide for the selection of the yarn colors and tones. During weaving, multiple fine threads of varying thicknesses are blended to achieve the delicate variations in the color tones of the watercolor.
The tapestry is fully lined and fitted with a hidden hanging bar for easy installation and is shipped in a custom-made wooden crate.
Ulrika Leander is a contemporary Swedish artist based in the United States. Born and raised in Sweden, Ulrika was immersed in the rich tradition of handwoven tapestry from an early age, sparking a lifelong passion for the art form. Her artistic journey began with formal training in Stockholm, culminating in the attainment of a Master's degree in fiber art and design from the HV’s College of Art and Design.
She draws inspiration from the emotional tapestry of her own life and the intricate forces, shapes, and colors found in the natural world. Her exploration of ideas takes shape through the medium of watercolor, with a keen awareness of the intricate transition required from the watercolor design to the expansive canvas of tapestry. The intensification of colors during this transposition process is a crucial aspect of her artistic expression.
In the weaving process, Ulrika skillfully blends multiple fine threads of varying thicknesses, achieving delicate variations in color tones reflective of the original watercolor design. Her work is distinguished by its remarkable handling of interactions and tensions between unusual and unexpected color groups, showcasing a mastery of the tapestry medium.
Ulrika's attraction to tapestry lies in its inherent complexity, demanding a seamless transition between mediums and highlighting the textural qualities unique to large-scale tapestries. Her fine-art tapestries have garnered widespread recognition, earning commissions for private collections as well as adorning corporate and public buildings in both the United States and Sweden. Ulrika Leander continues to leave an indelible mark on the art world with her distinctive and captivating tapestry creations.
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Nationality:
UNITED STATES
- Date of birth : unknown date
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
- Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary American Artists
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