Shibori Chiffon Silk Shawl
Introducing Barb's 100% Silk Chiffon Shawl – a wearable masterpiece that seamlessly blends elegance with artistry. Crafted from the finest silk chiffon, this shawl provides a luxurious and feather-light touch, draping effortlessly to enhance your style with a touch of sophistication.
The artistic process involves delicately wrapping the silk around a plastic tube before applying the dyes. This technique, inspired by the traditional art of Shibori, results in mesmerizing patterns and textures that are as unique as the individual who wears it. The plastic tube method ensures that the colors blend seamlessly, creating a harmonious and visually stunning composition.
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Artist Bio
Barbara's home and studio is in Tottenham, Ontario, just north of Toronto. She attended Sheridan School of Design and completed her arts education at the Ontario College of Art majoring in Textile Design. After graduating in 1986, she continued her studies in Textile Sciences at the University of Guelph.
While at O.C.A., Barbara was introduced to hand painted silk. Under the company name of Angles, she designed and produced silk scarves for the Canadian and U.S. markets.
After many years of developing the surface of cloth with colour and pattern, Barbara has been investigating different techniques in cloth manipulation, altering the cloth's surface with, colour and stitch.
Barbara has won several awards for her work in both countries and continues to exhibit her work in shows and galleries in Ontario.
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