"VEGETABLES," by Mary Cain, 2005, Sweater, cabled mercerized cotton, woman's size medium.
"I think the most important component in current textile work is its ability to carry an idea or communicate an emotion. Fiberart has gained more respect, has made a welcome shift from being technique-based and material-based to being idea-based. In the future I hope textiles will enjoy an even broader acceptance within the art world."
Mary Cain
Sally Bebo-Anderson, Duluth, Minnesota: "This piece of work - the Veggie Sweater - is one of my favorites. It is a great example of humor, love of color, and the ability to bring things alive. The work of Mary Cain covers a broad spectrum which attests to her being multi-faceted, extremely creative, and never afraid to work OUT OF THE BOX."
Mary Allen, Duluth, Minnesota: "Congratulations on getting this fiberart web-site up and running. I enjoyed viewing the gallery of photos, especially the sweaters."
Fiber Artist, Knitter, Needleworker, Rosemaler, Watercolorist
"TERREMOTO"
"INVASIONS"
"HARMODIOUS"
"TANGO"
"SEASHELLS"
"INSECTS"
"DADA"
"TURTLESURGE"
"THE WITCH'S BRAIN"
"SWEDENBORG'S AIRPLANE"
"TEAPOT"
"THE FOREST"
"LAS LIBÉLULAS"
"LES SOUFFRANCES DE VICTOR HUGO"
"LES SOUFFRANCES DE VICTOR HUGO" [detail]
"THE MYSTICAL ROSE"
"MAMA TETA!"
"IRISH TAPESTRY"
"VEGETABLES"
"THE WAVES"
"OS SOFRIMENTOS DE FERNANDO PESSOA"
"DRAGONFLY"
"THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS"
"PAZ. / PEACE"
"SEACOAST"
"TANGO" [detail]
"SEASHELLS" [detail]
"SEASHELLS" [detail]
FELIX IN IRELAND
FELIX IN IRELAND, AGAIN