Decareaux's BFA fibers exhibit

Posted by Karen Lykins - Monday, January 11 2010
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Dana Decareaux’s BFA exhibition in fibers titled Lâche Pas la Patate (Don't Drop the Potato) will be featured in the North Windows Gallery of TTU’s Appalachian Center for Craft Dec. 8-14, 2009. 



A recent nominee for the national Windgate Fellowship, Decareaux finds her inspiration in the interweaving of craft and technology. The show, whose title is a Cajun saying that means “don't give up,” references the ties she feels toward her Louisiana upbringing. Scenes from her childhood memories are created out of manipulated fabric that is enhanced by light, motion and site recorded sound.



“I'm really interested in collaboration and in furthering the marriage of fiber and technology,” says Decareaux. “Overall, I want to make magic happen.”



A reception for the artist will be held Saturday, Dec. 12,  from 4 to 6 p.m. and is open to the public.


The Appalachian Center for Craft is conveniently located approximately six miles from Interstate 40 at Exit 273 (Smithville /McMinnville). Go south on Hwy. 56; turn left immediately after crossing Hurricane Bridge. This drive leads to the Craft Center.

For more information call 615-597-6801 or 931-372-3051 or visit www.tntech.edu/craftcenter/.

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