Eve Jacobs-Carnahan

Knitted sculpture for the socially conscious

mixed media sculpture of laughing gull with black silk head, white linen breast, knitted wool body, with currency tucked under wing

Democracy

Allegorical narratives responding to challenges in democracy.

wren in sculpture by Eve Jacobs-Carnahan

Nature

Artwork exploring human impact on nature through birds and gardens.

studio close-up of yarns for knitted sculpture

Installations

Knitted installation artwork. Energy & Gerrymandering the Marsh.

Blog Excerpts

Combining Metal Work with Fiber Art in Unexpected Ways

Combining Metal Work with Fiber Art in Unexpected Ways

To me, being a feminist teenager in the 1970’s meant not conforming to gender stereotypes. While I loved knitting and other textile-based crafts (and still do), I rebelled against the assumption that girls would take home economics (sewing, cooking) and boys would take woodshop and mechanics classes in school. So, in my senior year of high school, I elected to take small engine tech.

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Repurposing Textiles in Artwork to Add Meaning and Reduce Waste

Repurposing Textiles in Artwork to Add Meaning and Reduce Waste

I try to be deliberate about the materials I use into my artwork. When selecting yarn or fabric for my mixed media sculptures, the first things I consider are the color and pattern. I take into account the texture and weight, and how the material feels in my hand as I work with it. There are other factors at play too. Some materials carry history or symbolism.

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Gallery talk at fiberart exhibition by Eve Jacobs-Carnahan

Knit Democracy Together

Learn about my public art project to demystify the electoral process. I’m engaging civically minded crafters in making a knitted state capitol while they deepen their understanding of democracy.

Gallery talk at fiberart exhibition by Eve Jacobs-Carnahan

Talks

Celebrate and expand your knowledge of fiberart, learn the history of knitted art and social action, or be inspired by the story of my artistic journey. Invite me to talk to your group.