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     There is no shortage of artists on the Web.  In fact, some argue that everyone is an artist.  However, Ed Cavett Studio wishes to inspire others with works that are the rarest in quality and thoughtfulness.  Although many artists offer work that is stunning and worthy of all admiration, there are others still that exemplify expression and evoke profound contemplation.  These are the works to which the Studio strives to offer for consideration by others.

   We are proud to review the work of renowned artists from all over the globe.  Please take your time, escape and enjoy the beauty and wonder of some of the most thoughtful, modern artwork on the Internet!

Thank you for your time, interest and consideration!

Staff at Ed Cavett Studio

   I cannot overstate the importance of texture in art.  Like spice and seasoning, texture adds to the depth and richness of the expression.  Texture can fool the eye into believing the authenticity of an expression, such as the rough fracturing of tree bark, or the stubby dots at the surface of an ocean of wheat.  Without intentionally expressing the intricacies, texture allows an artist to implicate detail to the eye as the mind associates the texture with experience.  Fabric offers countless variations of fiber, weaves and colors to create an infinite pallet of textually expressive elements.  As an artistic medium, fabric provides distinct and challenging opportunities for expression.

     Sarah Symes is one artist that stands out in the universe of textile art.  Rich, vibrant and contemplative, her pallet and techniques are inventive and extensive.  Finite and curvilinear forms challenge the mind to feel the scene.  Sarah thoughtfully selects a perfectly complimentary color scheme that captures the abstraction of mood and the concretion of the intended subject.

     The textures offer the most excitement.  Rich and uniform, the weaves diffuse the light and stretches the color hues in a rich gradient.  The fabric’s dimension induces a sense of depth with sharp, natural shadows and ridge highlights.  Repetition in form reflects the repetition in natural subjects and human-made structures, like trees, beaches, windows, buildings and leaves.

     I selected Sarah’s art because I think it offers something for any artist that appreciates the value of texture in her or his expressions.  I can see a blend of textile and other kinds of art (like encaustic, paper, ink, found-mosaic and CG) making Sarah’s works a nice study for anyone desiring to blend art forms.  I gained much inspiration from Sarah’s works and I hope you find them equally fascinating.

(Published August 2, 2009)

Cavett, E. (2008). Reviews: Sarah Symes. Ed Cavett Studio Web Site. http://www.edcavett.com/reviews