LISA MAY
Papermaker, Paper Sculpture
Papermaking captured my
interest while I was studying painting
and sculpture at the Art Students League
in New York City. I was attracted to
the manipulative aspects of the medium
and its creative and functional
possibilities combining color and shape as
well as texture.
My process starts by
mixing two different fibers in order to
make my sheets of paper. I
combine cotton linter, which is soft
and flexible with a fiber called abaca, which
is strong and durable. I introduce dye
and other materials into the mix to add
color and texture. I then use the
sheets of paper to cover my form. A
water proofing solution of acrylic,
matte or gloss is then applied to protect the
work.
My work ranges from
decorative to functional and includes cast
paper shoes, frames, baskets, figures, hats,
ornaments and other three dimensional pieces.
I display and sell my
work at a number of art and craft galleries
and also create custom orders
upon request. In addition to my art
work, I teach outreach art programs through
the Newport Art Museum in Newport, RI.
401-529-2617
lisamaytobin@gmail.com
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Bottle Palm Table, view 1
Bottle Palm Table, view 2
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