Open soon at Babylon Gallery is ‘Bridging the Gap’, a fascinating and inspiring group
exhibition by East Anglian Stitch Textiles (EAST) that explores the role of women, past and present, through a variety of textile artworks.
EAST was formed in 1995 when founder member, Carol Dixon, created a group for textile artists in East Anglia who wanted to develop their creative skills and build an awareness of the beauty and power of textile art amongst a wider audience.
The group has since exhibited across England in galleries and museums. EAST exhibitions usually have an enigmatic title, with members carrying out in-depth research and preparation into their artwork.
Over the previous year, members of the group have pondered the role of women both past and present. Each of them has undertaken research across a diverse range of topics, focusing on either an individual story, or on societal trends that reflect how women’s lives have changed.
The resulting work is inspired by women who, despite their circumstances and the challenges imposed on them due to their gender, have forged a path and a way forward for themselves for others to embrace. “When viewing this exciting new exhibition, one may surmise that EAST has become the bridge – the link between our ‘women of inspiration’ and the wider audience that views the final work” says a member of EAST.
Bridging the Gap is on from Tuesday 4th June at Babylon Gallery until Sunday 30th June.
Babylon Gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday, 12pm to 4pm with free entry.
Press release from Babylon ARTS
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