BACKSTITCH with Coulter Fussell
It’s been a year since Coulter Fussell and I first chatted here on SEAMSIDE. In that conversation, we talked about the South and family history, the role of community in her work, and how she maintains hope in the face of conflict. You can find that first conversation, HOW TO WORK WITH WHAT YOU’VE GOT, in your feed below in March 2023.
In this new SEAMSIDE conversation, Coulter and I reconnect and explore:
① why in the world she’s making headboards
② the traditional magic of making dolls
③ why Coulter thinks the world’s first sculpture was made by busy mothers
WHY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE?
In this episode, we explore the themes and stories behind her textile exhibitions, notably "Pillow Talk" and “24 Flowers: A Day”. Listeners will gain a deep understanding of how Coulter's personal connections to her community and the natural world shapes her unique approach to forming material into evocative pieces.
REFLECTION PROMPT
Consider how Coulter uses the concept of headboards as a canvas for exploring dreams and desires. How can everyday objects around you serve as inspiration for creative expression?
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