Artist Statement
My practice investigates the fragility of the natural world, navigating the intersections of impermanence, eco-psychology, and our profound interconnection with the landscape. Utilizing digital Jacquard technology, I translate ecological data and environmental crises into tactile, handwoven narratives. I hope these works serve as a site for contemplation, challenging viewers to question their role within a shifting ecosystem. By integrating these nature-inspired weavings into domestic spaces, I seek to foster an intimate sense of belonging and awareness of our interconnection with Nature, while at the same time emphasizing the vital need of environmental stewardship for our collective survival.
Bio
Michèle Guevara is a Toronto-based designer and fiber artist specializing in the intersection of digital loom technologies and environmental advocacy. Her practice utilizes the TC2 Digital Jacquard loom to explore complex ecological themes. A recipient of grants from the Canada Council for the Arts and the Ontario Arts Council, Guevara has completed residencies at the Praxis Fiber Workshop in Cleveland. Her work has been featured in Fiber Art Now and Suboart Magazine, and exhibited at the World of Threads Festival, DesignTO, and Next In Fibre-Fibreworks 2024. A frequent exhibitor in juried shows, she has twice been featured at the Art Gallery of Mississauga, where she received the Curator’s Choice Award in 2023.
