I started by making the arms, measuring the length of my own arms to give an approximation of size.
Construction of the Fabric Sculpture (2014)
Photograph: Tricia Cottrell (2014)
Next the legs.
Construction of the Fabric Sculpture (2014)
Photograph: Tricia Cottrell (2014)
The finished figure.
Tricia Cottrell: Untitled (2014)
Media: Fabric Thread, Plasters
Dimensions: 45cm wide x 60.5cm high x 56cm deep
Location: Artists Collection
Photograph: Tricia Cottrell (2014)
I changed my mind about putting the words on the plasters, It seemed too obvious. I decided after all to stitch the plasters on to the figure. The stitches are important, they represent all the hurt and pain being held inside and not being apparent to anyone else. Many victims of abuse admit to keeping silent about their experiences because of feelings of guilt and shame.
Tricia Cottrell: Untitled (2014)
Media: Fabric Thread, Plasters
Dimensions: 45cm wide x 60.5cm high x 56cm deep
Location: Artists Collection
Photograph: Tricia Cottrell (2014)
Stitch by stitch.
