knots sculptures

MASTERY OF TRADITIONAL KNOTTING TECHNIQUES IN TEXTILE FORM

2023 - ONGOING

This forever growing series of sculptures is crafted using braided cotton and twisted jute, showcasing classic knotting techniques that I have learned and mastered as part of developing my textile practice.
While these knots are traditional and widely known, these pieces represent my deep engagement with the craft, serving as foundational exercises to own and express the tactile language of fiber art.
Each sculpture highlights the textures and forms created through repetition and layering of these timeless knots, reflecting my commitment to craftsmanship and material understanding.
Though not original knot designs, the series documents an essential stage of growth and discipline in my artistic journey.

Ana Salazar wearing yellow beanie and gray hoodie creating a wall hanging with white rope and wooden hook.
A decorative wall hanging with a wooden hook, a knotted cream-colored rope, and tassels.
Close-up of a decorative wall hanging made of thick, twisted white ropes tied into a knot, with a beige woven fabric hanging underneath, against a white wall.
Ana Salazar holding a complex white rope knot against a plain white background.
Decorative wall hanging made of thick beige rope tied in a knot, with frayed ends hanging down, attached to a wooden circle on a plain white wall.
A wall hanging made of thick, twisted natural hemp rope knotted into a decorative pattern, hung from a round wooden wall hook against a white wall.
A white rope tied in a decorative knot hanging from a wooden hook on a white wall.
A white rope tied in a knot hanging from a small wooden peg on a white wall.
A decorative white rope with a knot, hanging from a small wooden hook on a white wall.
A close-up of a white rope knot hanging against a white wall.
A beige, coiled rope hanging from a round wooden hook on a white wall.
A ball of beige rope hanging from a light wooden hook on a white wall.
A decorative wall hanging featuring a wooden round hook with a white knotted rope looped around it, tied in a decorative knot with long tassels hanging from the ends.
A wall hook made of a wooden disk and beige rope with knots, holding three braided ropes hanging down.
Ana Salazar holding a large, white, braided rope knot against a plain white background.
A thick, knotted beige rope hanging from a round wooden peg on a white wall.
A wall hanging decor piece with an intricate knotted rope top and long fringe, mounted on a white wall with a small round wooden hook.
A beige loop of rope with a knot hanging from a round wooden peg on a white wall.
Woodworking tools and wood shavings on a wooden workbench, with a hand reaching for a round wooden piece.
A round wooden object with a honeycomb pattern on a white wall.
Hand holding a round wooden object against a plain light-colored background.
Hand holding a round cork and wood object with a hex-shaped metal nut in the center against a plain white background.

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