Handkerchief
(Anatomy of Tears)

2009

machine embroidery with thread on cosmetic facial peel

8.5"H x 8.5"D

About This Project

Handkerchief (Anatomy of Tears) is embellished with a design based on the anatomy of a human tear duct. Lacrimal and naso-lacrimal glands and ducts appear as a decorative motif on the handkerchief constructed out of water-soluble facial peel.

NEWS: Recent Publication
Interview & selected works
included in Hoopla

Hoopla:
The Art of Unexpected Embroidery

By Leanne Prain
Foreword by Betsy Greer

Hoopla

Arsenal Pulp Press