Night Umbrella 

Jill Kerttula

34 x 30 inches

2020

ARTIST STATEMENT

This train trestle frames people as they walk under it. I love this view of a silhouette and a translucent umbrella during a rainstorm. The light reflected off the street and the colors of the street light and car lights have a beautiful gem-like quality. 

MATERIALS

Custom-printed fabric, commercial fabrics, produce bags, yarn 

Original photography, machine and hand-stitching, couching, raw edge applique, weaving