Crochet is cool!
Originally trained in drawing and painting at the Glasgow School of Art in Scotland, Jo Hamilton discovered crochet ten years later and assimilated it into her practice.
In the series ‘I Crochet Portland’ (exhibited in March at Stumptown in Portland), she depicted, through the chosen medium of yarn, local residents and notable cityscapes.
These crocheted portraits and cityscapes are not only beautiful, and a display of tremendous skills, but are further evidence of the artistic quality of crafts.
Yarn Portraits
Jo Hamilton's 'I Crochet Portland' Series Includes People and Cityscapes
Trend Themes
1. Crochet Art - The rise of crochet art presents an opportunity for artists and creatives to explore new mediums and showcase their skills and artistic vision.
2. Textile Portraiture - Textile portraiture is a trend that is gaining momentum and presents opportunities for artists who specialize in textiles to create unique and captivating works of art.
3. The Artistic Value of Crafts - The growing appreciation of crafts as a form of art presents an opportunity for craft makers to showcase their skills and creativity on a larger platform.
Industry Implications
1. Art Supplies - The rise of crochet art and textile portraiture presents an opportunity for suppliers of art materials to capitalize on the increased demand for yarn, needles, and other crochet supplies.
2. Textile Industry - The textile industry can benefit from the rise of textile portraiture by creating new fabrics and textiles specifically designed for artists and creatives to use in their work.
3. Creative Education - The growing trend of crochet and textile art presents opportunities for creative education programs to offer workshops and classes on these mediums, introducing new artists and creatives to these unique and captivating forms of art.