Statement
I am a contemporary artist working predominantly in fiber. I use different techniques such as punch needle, traditional embroidery, and machine tufting to create a mix of abstract and figurative textural pieces of a personal nature. Art is a tool to process emotions, life changes, and identity. Much of my work comes from a place of self reflection in an effort to capture a sense of self.
My process is slow and allows plenty of time for me to reflect on the significance of each piece. Working with fiber is strangely satisfying and calming. The repetitive motions of my needles allow for a vulnerable and meditative headspace. Therefore, the process is significant in itself as well. The time, motion, and tactility of my process breeds an intimacy between work and artist that is evident to the viewer.
Bio
Robin Ossentjuk is a contemporary fiber artist based in Southern California. She uses different techniques such as punch needle, traditional embroidery, and machine tufting to create a mix of abstract and figurative textural pieces that hold emotional and personal significance. Inspired by self reflection, dream images, and the tactile nature of her medium, Robin produces intimate, vulnerable works that put self truths on display.
With a BA in mixed media visual arts from Scripps College, Robin has shown her work in various group shows across the Western United States, including the 2020 fiber arts show “Live Wire” at Form & Concept Gallery in Santa Fe, NM and the 2021 exhibition “The Next Big Thing” in Camarillo, CA. She was recently America’s Finest Underground Gallery’s February 2022 Featured Artist and had her work published in the Fiber Art Now Spring 2022 Issue. She is a proud recipient of the Lucia Suffel Crafts Award as well as the Fine Arts Foundation Grant. She recently gave her first artist lecture in September 2023 to the Fine Arts Foundation about working in fiber and her artistic influences. Her work can be found in private collections in several locations within the United States and abroad.
