Ptolemy Mann and Anna Glasbrook – Architecture of colour, cloth and space

02Dec12

Ptolemy Mann digital print displayed at Gloucester Cathedral

This is a vibrant exhibition currently showing at Gloucester Cathedral, England until the end of the year. The show features two textile artists/designers concerned with colour and creating textiles that interact with architecture. The cathedral is a stunning location to exhibit. Ptolemy Mann‘s beautiful digital prints are hung the length of the pillars – the scale reminds me of medieval tapestries that you often see in churches, the jewel-like colours echo the dazzling colours of the stained glass windows around.

Stained glass reflections on the pillars echo the colours and patternd of Ptolemy Mann’s prints

Ptolemy Mann detail of digital print

Anna Glasbrook‘s pieces are no less impactful. Stunning day-glo ribbons woven through mesh and perspex appear to twirl and twist in mid-air. Beautiful back-lit fabrics glow in a myriad of colours. All contrasting brilliantly with the grey stone architecture that they are placed within.