Joan Pao is a mixed media
artist. She first explored tapestry
weaving as a complement and balance to work as a scientist. A series of evening design classes sparked
the need to create which was different from publishing a scientific paper.
Though tapestry weaving was enjoyable, it was slow and precise. The
satisfaction of working
with dyes and paints and the freedom that came with the techniques,
filled the need for color, design and diversity in her work. Pao’s work
appeared in numerous publications including Fuller Craft Museum,
Academy of Art, Shuttle, Spindle, and Dyepot, and Fiberarts, and is in private collections. She has an award from the
Handweavers
Guild of America . She has exhibited nationally. Pao has served on the
Board of The Textile Study Group of New York as Treasurer. She also
was a Board member of New York Guild of Handweavers. She has recently completed Jane Dunnewold's Artcloth Mastery Program.
Artist Statement
Creating
art cloth spontaneously without preplanning is my way of working. I do have a
concept, idea or colorway in mind. As the steps evolve, I use whatever is
appropriate in terms of dyes, paints, thread and cloth for the particular
piece. I keep an open mind which enables
me to observe new ideas and techniques.
My work is mostly abstract. I
leave the interpretation to the viewer.
Cinnamon Sensibilities
43" x 23" NFS
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Blues Etude
43" x 23" NFS
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