The following is an excerpt from the artist's statement.
"The completed, installed paraments were made to sit in the chapel during the non-seasonal time of the liturgical year, known as Ordinary Time and represent the growth in faith that occurs during that time. Abstracted leaf, flower and berry shapes have been cut from various shades, tones and hues of green and red fabric to visually represent the theme of growth. Larger shapes have been stencilled and painted directly onto the linen cloth lengths and the cut cloth shapes embroidered and appliqued over the top in a composition which suggests cascading movement. This design choice represents the life-force of nature and the positive energy that comes from growth in Jesus’ love. The small fabric pieces and thread have been sourced from members of the congregation and organic linen has been purchased for the base cloth because it is my desire to work sustainably and inclusively on this project. In designing and making the new artworks I was inspired by traditional, hand-made embroidery, tapestry and appliqueing processes and techniques that span centuries within the Christian faith, signifying the dedication, commitment, love, care, and time required to make enduring objects of praise and beauty."
