Weaving as an Art Form

By Theo Moorman

Book Overview

A small book that's had a huge impact on more than 50 years of weaving Originally published in 1975, it offers Moorman's direct teachings and musings. Outstanding among textile artists, Theo Moorman (1907-1990) was a trailblazing pioneer who fought to make weaving an art form. A British weaver who taught extensively in the United States, she influenced the weaving craft in unparalleled new ways.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 088740068X
• ISBN13: 9780887400681
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Schiffer Craft
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.7" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Great for Weavers

I found this book fascinating! It was really interesting to me to read about the history of Theo Moorman's progression as an artist and a craftsman. The technique is probably beyond me at this point as I am a relatively new weaver, but I will try it when my skills are at a higher level. For other folks (like me) who have a rigid heddle loom as well as a four harness loom, there is an article in the Winter 2006 issue of Spin-Off which describes a somewhat similar technique which can be done on an rh loom. I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in the interaction between art and craft and anyone who wants to learn techniques for creating images in weaving.