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About The Walls of Tara
Willow, the material used as the core element in this coiled vessel, has a long and fascinating history. Our ancestors even used it to construct the wattle and daub walls that sheltered their families and livestock. The magic of this renewable resource is as compelling as the stuff of Celtic myth. This piece was inspired by the walls of Tara, the legendary seat of the Irish god-kings. The textural looping that embellishes the surface represents the lichen that covers the standing stones still found on that sacred hill, although the walls have dissolved into the mists of time. Looping is a living legacy that dates back to the Ice Age and continues to evolve as contemporary fiber artists give it their own spin. As I explore the timeless techniques of looping and coiling, I always feel connected with the past and hope I am building bridges to the future.
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