Els Mommers – Decay #5
ARTIST STATEMENT: DECAY #5
In this series I wanted to use different surface-techniques for each piece.
This time I started with putting tape on fabric and painting over it several times.
For more depth I stamped over it with a different color and added some marble spray.
It was still not what I intended and I was very happy to find on Youtube a tutorial on paper
lace netting. This paper lace is placed over the whole background and free motion quilted.
For the shutters I painted a blue A4 paper. The paper copy has been covered with some gelmedium and put on top of a commercial fabric, also covered with the medium.
After soaking and removing I got the old look that I intended to use for the window frames.
For the old lady I used an internet picture I had traced already a while ago. It was made into a “paper doll” as described in “Create landscape quilts” from Meri Henriques Vahl.
It is appliqued on top of the window still.
The old stones are painted on fabric and appliqued as are the falling leaves. Another form of decay.
Cement in between the stones is freemotion quilted.
The whole process can be seen on hhtp://kunamola.blogspot.com
FIFTEEN BY FIFTEEN 
I am always amazed at the different techniques that you manage to incorporate into one piece of work! It is a very poignant piece and I can sense the hardship… Lovely work, well done.
What a lot if different techniques you have used to create the surface you wanted, and it has worked really well. I love the way that the window frame appears so aged and worn, and the oldlcade peering out gives it realism. Beautiful
Your ability to use so many techniques is always amazing and the result is a great story. Bravo
Your knowledge and ability to use so many different techniques makes my head spin. Your quilt tells the sad story of decay and goes well with other quilts in your series. Bravo.
I love the paper lace netting on the background. I am amazed how you did the windows: why making it easy for yourself, ha, ha. Beautiful piece!
Such a fascinating process that led to this beautiful piece. Lots of nice details – especially the little face in the window.
What I prefer in your piece is the decayed blue window ! just so realistic ! and of course the little face peering out is moving. Well done !
That decayed blue window frame is just wonderful, as is the face of the woman looking out. So many techniques used. Well done!
Your creativity in the technique is incredible. I love the colours, composition and attention to details. Beautiful quilt!
I am once again amazed by your ability to use so many techniques in your work. You tell a story and execute it in many detail. Very beautiful.
Wow, I’m so impressed with what you have created! The detailed face is fascinating and I feel as though I’ve just carried on a conversation with her. Very nice!
So many details, so many amazing techniques depicting decay. A stunning, thought provoking composition and a beautiful continuation of your series. Very well done!
As always I am so impressed by the range of techniques that you use to create your work. This is a poignant image of decay and poverty, particularly as shown by the elderly lady looking out at the world. great!
All the many forms of decay in a nutshell!