The Full Story

Diane Deery

As a humble land artist, I craft site-specific wonders using silk and dye, allowing nature's elements to influence and collaborate in the creation process.

Gratitude

I am grateful for the opportunity to immerse myself in the great outdoors, fostering a deep connection that enables me to not only admire but also appreciate the wonderful world we inhabit.

Journey

Traveling around the world

USA

Iceland

South Africa

Vancouver

London

Amsterdam

In the land, I see form and energy. In my work, I try to capture these patterns, which I see as profoundly moving. I have developed a way of working that speaks to these patterns and the process is unique since the elements of nature, are creating the work.

The process is site-specific: material is laid onto the land while the dye is introduced to create a monoprint from the land. With time and a bit of patience, I watch and wait for the right moment to introduce the dye to the material. The results combine nature’s elements: sun, water, wind, and earth. Nature has created the design, and I am taking the imprint. This work is created with the same gentleness of spirit and kindness that nature gives to us.

There is a sense of tranquility and impermanence as one interacts with the work. The shapes and materials used are minimal—They create both a balanced complexity and a calming effect.