fur in process

fur in process
Originally uploaded by bluepupae.

#2 on my 101 in 1001 list
the installation of my cat fur sculpture in the display case at long beach city college made me realize how installing is half the work, and almost more difficult than the nearly mindless, meditative handwork that went into the piece. i still have more to do, but it's looking pretty good. another thing i've learned is that not all cat fur is created equal. some kinds are easier to work with, some felt better, and are more inclined towards certain shapes and manipulations. not sure what i will call it yet, but it furthers my investigation of time and process in art. one of the best things about this piece is that it's the cheapest art piece i have ever made, which is a consideration in these trying economic times.

fur fix

cat fur
Originally uploaded by bluepupae.

i never thought i'd be so excited to see cat fur, but here is the latest installment from maxine66 on ravelry. thank goodness for kind knitters. it's quite lovely, and unlike the stuff i've been collecting around the house sans cat litter. i haven't exhausted all my fur sources (still waiting on people to send me theirs), but am considering getting one of those special combs that removes the undercoat hairs. if i inadvertently make the cats bald, i guess that will be a good excuse to knit them a sweater! ha!

cat fur is an interesting material to work with, so i may continue this project after my nov 6 deadline. it'll depend on what i can collect from people without being too much of a pest.