Marqueterie Barbieri
The work I'm presenting is an investigation into the different ways in which straw catches the light.
Straw marquetry :
The straw marquetry technique uses straw strands dyed in the mass, which are split lengthwise and flattened to form strips. These strips are then cut, assembled and glued to a support.
My work :
This natural material then reflects light in geometric striations (linked to the structures of the plant's stem). The marquetry patterns I propose use geometric shapes that resonate with these striations and bring them to life. These motifs are inspired by Art Deco, Bauhaus, Constructivism and more.
From field materials to glittering elegance:
The transformation of this raw, rural, under-appreciated material into a precise, coherent, sparkling whole, endowed with grace and elegance, represents all possibilities and highlights the most humble of materials. It's this approach that motivates my work.
A business that respects the environment:
The straw I use is grown and dyed in Burgundy. The straw marquetry technique uses no energy and very few consumables.
I'd be delighted to welcome you to my workshop, but I'm not always there, so give me a call before you come!
