This innovative body of work explores the concept of cross-pollination between various artistic mediums, masterfully integrating ceramics, textiles with botanical dye, collage, and sculpture into a cohesive and vibrant presentation.
Cross Pollination features raw silk that has been dyed with garden flowers and meticulously hand-stitched into bas-relief sculptures. Ceramic tiles dipped in indigo and interwoven with thread to create a dynamic matrix of color. Meters of twine are dyed and elegantly draped to cascade to the ground, adding a sense of fluidity and natural grace.
Cora describes her inspiration for the exhibition, stating, “Wind blows pollen from one flower to another and a new plant appears that is more colorful–or is different in a very small way. Perhaps it releases a new fragrance that was previously unnoticeable.” Further reflecting on the collaborations between her mediums she says “there are no disparate studios of paint, sculpture, or printmaking. It is one joyful morning of pollen, bees, and color bending to the breeze.”