Kris Thompson - Contemporary Textile and Fiber Artist - Louisville, Kentucky

Kris Thompson's artistic practice centers on textiles and fibers, with a focus on creating intricate wall sculptures from painted and woven fiber materials. Through innovative and self-developed techniques, Kris manipulates these woven forms into sculptural interpretations of landscapes and bodies of water. The work seeks to capture the stillness of nature and underscores a deep concern for the conservation of water and wilderness cultures.
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Each wall sculpture is inspired by specific locations Kris has traveled to, emphasizing the physical and emotional presence of place. They are increasingly exploring the integration of sound and sensory elements, enriching the immersive quality of their work. Color, form, and texture remain central to Kris’s experimental processes, which are rooted in a tactile and intuitive engagement with materials.
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At the heart of Kris’s practice is a desire to reflect the quiet beauty of the natural world while simultaneously addressing the political and societal identities of women today. Drawing on the history and activism embedded in those identities, their work offers a contemplative space where environmental and feminist concerns converge.