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Explore our collection of hand-painted silks, each an original masterpiece from Efland, North Carolina. Delve into the details of every piece and uncover the unique techniques that bring these artworks to life.
Aquaduct #1
Size: 32 x 35 in (2337 x 2413mm)
Media: Silk paints on Habotai silk
Price: $1800
This piece showcases the intricate resist-dye technique, where a special medium is applied to the silk to create defined lines before the dyes are painted. This ensures the vibrant colors stay within their intended areas, creating crisp and detailed imagery.
Aquaducts are one of my environmental themes.
Haiku #1
Size: 20 x 16 x 2.5 in (2032 x 1930mm)
Media: Silk dyes on Charneuse silk
Price: $350020 x 16 x 2.5 in (2032mm x 1930m20 x 16 x 2.5 in (2032mm x 1930m
Created using a unique layering technique, this artwork captures the ethereal quality of the ocean. Multiple transparent layers of dye are applied, allowing light to interact with each layer, resulting in a luminous depth and movement within the silk.
Desert bloom
Size: 18 x 24 inches
Media: Silk paints and gutta on crepe de chine
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This piece highlights the gutta serti technique, where a fine line of gutta resist defines the outlines of the floral elements. The dyes then flow freely within these boundaries, creating vibrant, jewel-toned petals that seem to burst from the silk.