Passion for textiles and photography melded into artistic exhibit

Textile designer/photographer Maureen Wouterloot recently unveiled 'Fabric re Form," an Immersive exhibition at Maple Ridge Public Library, (Special to The News) Swipe or click to see more Textile designer/photographer Maureen Wouterloot recently unveiled 'Fabric re Form," an Immersive exhibition at Maple Ridge Public Library, (Special to The News) Swipe or click to see more Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... For the month of September, a Yennadon multi-media artist will be displaying her work in a solo exhibition at the Maple Ridge library. Acclaimed textile designer and photographer Maureen Wouterloot unveiled 'Fabric re Form' last weekend, and her exhibit will remain on display until Sept. 30. The collection will feature 11 large photographs, five original apron/dresses, and four tapestries. 'The display intimately examines the intersection of vintage fabric creation and upcycled couture artistry,' Wouterloot said. 'Fabric re Form takes viewers on a visual journey through endangered textile traditions across the globe,' she added, noting that she utilized 35 SLR camera colour celluloid film and natural lighting techniques. Wouterloot captures the microscopic topography of centuries old weaving techniques, synthetic dyes, and spun threads. The result is a series of vivid large format prints that reveal rich tactile qualities, cultural, heritage, and structural integrity of handmade textiles. 'I wanted to shift the viewers focus away from the garment itself and onto the foundational labour and artistry of the textile accessory.' explained the artist who operates out of her home-based Dogwood Creek Studio. 'Each thread tells a story of cultural evolution. Through photography I aim to preserve the legacy of these vintage and modern crafts, making the intangible 'visible' and highlighting the profound beauty embedded in our heritage.' Her display is free to view on the main floor (north wall) of the Maple Ridge Public Library.