| Rosalie Friis-Ross
| Sept. 24, 25, 26
| Rosalie Friis-Ross will teach a class "Shaping Space with Knots" on Friday thru Sunday, September 24, 25, and 26, 2010, from 9:30am-3:30pm.
Knotting is an ancient and portable off-loom technique Ed Rossbach brought back to the contemporary fiber art world in the 1960's. Diane Itter, Jane Sauer and Patti Lechman were among several artists developing it as their primary medium. The repetitious manipulation of one simple knot accumulates to form a firm expressive fabric to cover a form. For this class, the student will bring a simple Styrofoam shape ready for knotting. Depending on one's level of experience and comfort, one can also knot free form or use an existing form. Waxed linen thread will be the primary knotting element, a flexible, durable and forgiving material.
Among the skills students will learn are the basic knot, core size variation, increasing and decreasing threads, addition of color and ending. The potential with knotting is to create individual authentic work. Knotting used in combination with other off-loom techniques will be demonstrated.
A collection of completed knotted work by accomplished artists will be on hand for inspiration and appreciation. This course will be further supported with documentation of other artists' work nationwide. Beginners and experienced knotters are welcome. There is always more to learn. If a student has a piece that needs to be finished this would be a good opportunity to do that along with developing additional knotting techniques.
The class fee is $225 for members and $245 for non-members, which includes a two-year Guild membership. The class will be held at Leah Danberg's home. Lunch and snacks will be provided. A $50 non-refundable deposit will hold your space with full payment due August 1st. Make checks payable to L.A. Basketry Guild and mail to Leah Danberg, 1131 S. La Jolla Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90035. Supply list to follow upon registration. For further information, contact Leah at (323) 935-9658 or to_leah@pacbell.net.
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