Exploring other materials that can be crocheted, I was keen to investigate copper wire of various types. The wire is as malleable as yarn can be, but acts differently when it is being crocheted; on wire, it is not as easy to smooth out curves and knots as it is on yarn, and is generally more robust to work with. Furthermore, I was intrigued by the manner in which the wire interacts with light and shadow. The copper wire used is reminiscent of ‘coconut husk fibers’, enabling light to reflect and travel through not only the gaps between the crochet knots, but also those between the individual wires. The wire also glows differently under various light forms, adding an exciting visual element as viewers engage with the swatches. Through this series of explorations, I also wanted to explore the complexities of artistic labor, celebrate the variations and inconsistencies, and contemplate the nuances of human (manual) labor in an increasingly digital and technological world.

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Crocheting with Copper Wire (exploratory series)