Isabel Olivia

Joining us From: Miami, FL

On Loom: 1

Tell us about yourself and what led to the Residency?

My work explores the archaic connection I have to the natural world, as well as my quest to create and explore my own personal mythology. I draw inspiration from the natural world to create artificial landscapes and fantastical ecosystems filled with creatures that are fleeting and constantly transforming. I reference reality to create a fantasy. This intersection of nature and abstraction creates an atmosphere where wildlife fluctuates and hybrid entities emerge.

Have you had any previous experience with Digital Weaving or Jacquard?

Yes this is my second time attending the Praxis DWL residency and previously I worked with the TC2 as an undergraduate student at Maryland Institute College Of Art.

Any goals for the residency that you would like to share?

During my residency my main goal is to dive deeper between the intersection between painting and weaving.

Connect with Isabel:

Instagram: @sirenastudio_