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TOR: Toxic Masculinity Must End

This is my entry into Threads of Resistance. I have named it, Toxic Masculinity Must End. It is printed using Procion MX dye on cotton broadcloth and silk organza. There are additional collaged elements like Meadowlark fabrics and tulle. I used the StencilGirl scroll stencil in its creation in addition to multicolor print sets . 

Please read it’s Artist Statement on the Threads of Resistance website.  
The imagery and ideas contained in this piece came to me in a torrent of creative engagement. I did not know quite what I wanted to express, or how I would present my message. I knew it would fall under the category of Women’s Rights. My artists statement sums up what this piece stirred within me. 

I praise the powers that be that I am able to express myself visually and that I live in a country where I can, indeed, express myself, my thoughts, my experience through art and otherwise. This is not to be taken lightly. Especially not now, when our rights are being questioned and reversed in what can feel like a daily onslaught. When possible political discussion is elevated to partisan name calling and bullying ends conversation before it can begin. 

For the last few years-one of my personal mantras is, “What would an artist do?” This helps me push myself beyond my own perceived barriers by externalizing what it means to be an artist. So why not transform my rage by encouraging us all to follow the $ and #resist. That’s what artists do. I hope you will head over to the Threads of Resistance and check out all the entries. The traveling exhibition will be announced soon. In the meantime, go see what our fellow fiber artists have to say on their chosen topics. 

May 19, 2017 By Melanie Tagged With: Inspired To Quilt, L495, NYC, Playful Fabric Printing, Threads of Resistance, Toxic Masculinity Must End

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  1. Jeannie

    May 19, 2017 at 11:51 am

    Oh Melly, this is so moving! The double women, one with a scar and reproductive organs speak without words. Well done!!!

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