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Would you help me join together the world's nations in a symbolic
act?
There are currently more than 193 flags representing the nations of
this earth. I am weaving all of these flags together in a metaphor of
inclusion, equality and strength. I am seeking the same number of people,
families, or communities to collaborate with me in the creation of this
artwork. The idea is born of my love for this world and all of its peoples.
It will depend on individuals with a similar love and a belief in the
power of our imagination.
Metaphors are the means by which the oneness of the world is poetically
brought about.
My goal is to weave all the world's flags together into a single braid.
These flags will all be treated in exactly the same manner: none better
or worse, more powerful or less. I want to gently fold and compress
their individual symbolism into a vibrant line of color and pattern.
Braiding is a craft practiced by my mother (with me on her lap) and
countless other women for generations before her. It is an art form
based on the admirable traits of patience and frugality. It should take
me three months to accomplish this task. I have been awarded an artist’s
residency at the Camargo Foundation, located in the south of France,
from September through December 2004. My goal is the creation of this
work, using the time and facilities awarded by this fellowship.
Love is fed by the imagination, by which we become wiser
than we know, better than we feel, nobler than we are…
Weaving has been a part of all cultures, and all nations on this earth.
Whether it is the weaving of the fabric of personal stories, of ancient
myths, the world's beginnings or the weaving together of lies that the
ignorant and confused have always spread. I will reach back into my
own memory, my own imagination as I braid the colors and symbols of
this world together, and I will dream of a form to nurture and hold
them.
If you have a moment, go to my
web site and look into my imagination-the
way in which my love has manifested in this world-If you are intrigued
by these images and the intention behind them,
then I must humbly ask for your help…
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