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For many readers, the tactile quality of a real book is irreplaceable.
Fiber artistRima Daycombines her love of books and nature in a series of exquisite fabric sculptures.
I always liked reading books, and the tactile act of turning pages.
That is why I wanted to incorporate a book shape into my work, Day tells My Modern Met.
As I was walking in nature I realized that blood vessels resemble root systems and tree branches.
I wanted to make the shape, she continues.
Red thread symbolizes human connection in Japan and is used for many good luck charms, she says.
These charms are calledsenninbari, which literally translates to thousand person stitches.
The act of stitching becomes prayer, Day explains.
I resonated with this notion.
you might view Day’s art in person at theTennessee State Museumand purchase original art via herEtsy shop.
Tennessee-based artist Rima Day creates amazing fabric books embellished with vein-like tendrils of red thread.
The red thread symbolizes human connection in Japanese culture, which Day was raised in.
