Richard McVetis

In this new body of work, McVetis plays with scale from the intimate, handcrafted scale of his miniature forms into the monumental. He embraces the sculptural, architectural, and functional possibilities of textiles, transforming them into tools for shaping space. Shift 1 and There are Patterns There draws inspiration from Carl Sagan’s book Cosmos, echoing themes of patterns and process and resonating with the profound search for life and meaning within the vastness of the universe. This connection infuses McVetis’ work with a sense of exploration that reaches beyond physical form, inviting viewers to consider the elemental forces and systems shaping existence. By using Shoben tape in repetitive patterns of black and white, McVetis not only reflects the beauty of natural order and variation but also aligns with a cosmic narrative, where each stitch and structural element mirrors the intricate processes found in both the macrocosm and the microcosm. Through this lens, textiles become a medium to bridge the intimate with the infinite, transforming repetitive handwork into a meditation on permanence, impermanence, and the unseen connections woven throughout life. This series was created for the 10th Anniversary exhibition of Future Heritage, curated by Corinne Julius.