About the Exhibition
Working with gathered pine needles and natural materials, I create woven texture, form, and the relationship between traditional and contemporary design.
I start each of my pieces with an idea in mind, and once I start weaving, that idea goes to the wind. I let the pieces “talk to me,” and they tell me where we’re heading on each one.
My work as a fiber artist is a little unconventional; I am fascinated by shapes and spaces whether negative or positive. Movement is a re-occurring theme in my work. I have fun pushing myself to experiment all the time.
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Exhibition Gallery
Bow Tie 2025
Dyed longleaf pine needles, wax linen, wood flower. Coiling.
Dreamcatcher 2024
Dyed longleaf pine needles, Irish wax linen, fused glass center. Coiling.
Evergreen Echoes 2025
Longleaf pine needles, Irish wax linen. Coiling.
Needles and Grain 2024
Dyed longleaf pine needles, Irish wax linen, wood. Coiling, mounting on wood.
Pulse of the Weave 2025
Dyed longleaf pine needles, Irish wax linen. Coiling.
Ring the Bell 2023
Variety of fiber materials. Coiling.
The Foot 2022
Dyed longleaf pine needles, Irish wax linen, driftwood. Coiling, mounting on driftwood.
The Sphere 2025
Longleaf pine needles, Irish wax linen. Coiling.
What’s Up 2026
Longleaf pine needles, Irish wax linen. Coiling.
About the Artist
Patti Chamberlin
Patti has been weaving with natural materials for many years. Her creations include decorative wall hangings and functional baskets and can be viewed at many exclusive galleries throughout the West. Most of her inspirations come from places she travels throughout the world.
Her favorite materials include long leaf pine needles from Florida and Georgia, driftwood, and naturally shed antlers (elk, deer or moose).
Financial support is provided by the City of San Diego.
VMOTA is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency.
This exhibition is generously supported by our Community Sponsor, The Glen at Scripps Ranch.
