Exhibition
Loop of the Loom is pleased to invite you to the exhibition "YOROKE-ORI: Ondulé Weaving" by Yukiko Yokoyama, one of Japan's leading contemporary hand weaving artists.
With a weaving experience spanning 50 years, Yokoyama founded her textile studio Dream Weaver (夢織りびと) in Japan in 1977 and has since opened classes in three cities, nurturing numerous students. As she explored through teaching, Yokoyama has been particularly captivated by the allure of yoroke-ori, and has developed her unique techniques one after another combining them with dyeing techniques. "Yoroke" is the weaving that is characterized by wave-like patterns created by altering the spacing of warp threads using specialized fan-shaped reeds, and Yokoyama is one of the few Yoroke weavers in the world.
This solo exhibition in New York, after a hiatus of 8 years, aims to present a culmination of her yoroke-ori work to date, bridging it to the next generations. The artist, Yokoyama, will bring her works and passion from Japan to attend the event and hopes that many people will have the opportunity to see and learn about yoroke-ori. Loop of the Loom will host her weaving and dyeing workshop during New York Textile Month.
This exhibition is a rare opportunity to admire Yokoyama's breathtaking textile artworks, combining her yoroke-ori with warp dyeing, leaving a profound impression on all who visit.
Reception party: Thursday, October 3, 6pm - 8pm
Loop of the Loom is a wonderful retreat for those seeking relaxation through textile art. It allows participants to unleash their infinite creativity using looms and various textures. Since 2005, we have offered "Zen weaving" a free-spirited approach to weaving with SAORI's weaving philosophy that breaks away from traditional weaving concepts.
At our two weaving dojos, we sell Japanese natural dyes, organic yarns, and SAORI looms, carefully curated with sustainability and wellness in mind and suitable for environmentally conscious crafters.