Mary McFerran
Found rusted arc and nail, crocheted yarn, lambs wool, thread, dried hosta leaf, dried straw, found red netting, local rocks
7”h x 29”w x 15d
Ecodyed (Apple tree bark) canvas, rust printed, hand stitched, found metal and white chalk marks hung from found rusted hook.
28” h x 9” w
Rope, dried hosta leaves, raw lambs wool, string, chestnut, ecodyed and walnut ink stained netting
24”h x 15” w
Ecodyed daisies on cotton, dandelion woven cordage, embroidery, pencil
21”h x 17” w
Turtle Rock Ecodyed linen, polyester stuffing, hand stitched, Recycled rusted rim
9" h x 14" w x 20" d
I am interested in the formation of unconventional relationships between natural materials, found objects, and sewn fabric remnants. Traces left from the past serve as catalysts for my artistic exploration. Memory permeates my work, acting as a constant presence.