LOEWE FOUNDATION: TEXTILES FROM THIS YEAR'S SELECTION
The sixth edition of the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize presents a selection of works that explore meditative, time-intensive techniques and skilful manipulation of materials. Unexpected forms and colours also feature in this year’s shortlist, introducing a sense of playfulness and surprise. The use of trompe l’oeil techniques in many of the works further confounds viewers’ expectations; on first look they appear to be made from one material and on closer inspection are revealed to be another entirely. Many of the works presented in this year’s shortlist also examine the relationship between light, material and surface, with an expert handling of materials and form used to transform the reflective properties of the works and to create a sense of movement.
Here is a selection of textiles featured in this year's shortlist. 
Ai Shikanji, Japan ‘Reflection’, cotton, acquer, thread, washi, gold powder, silver powder, tin powder, grinding powder and gold leaf, 640 x 640 x 220 mm, 2022. Image above: Luz Moreno Pinart, Spain, ‘El Retiro’, paper and paint, 10 x 700 x 700 mm, 2022...................................
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