Euro Tile & Stone is thrilled to announce our participation in the DesignTO Festival, Canada’s leading festival celebrating design and creativity. As part of this exciting event, we are hosting ceramic artist Colleen Dwyer Meloche and her latest series of ceramic sculptures, titled Unravel. This evocative collection will be on display in our showroom from January 24th to February 2nd, and a reception on January 31st—an event not to be missed!
Unravel: A Journey Through Nature and Culture
Colleen Dwyer Meloche’s Unravel series delves into the profound idea of unraveling—both literally and metaphorically. Ceramic vessels, with their deep-rooted histories and ritualistic uses, serve as a canvas for exploring collective human experiences. Meloche’s work investigates the delicate interplay between nature and culture, unfolding notions of balance, belonging, and purpose.
Crafted with paper clay, these sculptures redefine the concept of “thin places”—traditionally seen as points of weakness—into realms of mysterious possibility. Each vessel, built from loose strips of clay wrapped around crumpled newspaper, offers a compelling duality. The ribbon-like forms evoke both fragility and resilience, creating an aesthetic tension that intrigues the viewer while challenging perceptions of form and function.
A Celebration of Texture and Meaning
The intuitive and tactile construction process reflects Meloche’s deep connection to materiality. The dynamic, ribbon-like strips of clay suggest systems of interdependence, highlighting the versatility of paper clay. The result is a collection that blurs the boundaries between place and purpose, seen and unseen, inviting audiences to ponder the delicate balance of these interwoven concepts.
Join Us for the Reception Party
We invite you to experience the beauty and thought-provoking nature of Unravel firsthand. To celebrate Colleen’s work and our participation in the DesignTO Festival, we’re hosting a special reception party on January 31st at our Euro Tile & Stone showroom. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the artist, explore the collection, and engage in a dialogue about art, design, and their intersection with everyday life.
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Join us in celebrating art, design, and the transformative power of creative exploration. We look forward to seeing you at Euro Tile & Stone during the DesignTO Festival!