A step in my process of learning GC is getting structures other than the cross-bar from the tutorial! One of the tools is to to create a feature, using polygon, and "by Lacing". This concept of 'Lacing' as a structural tool, gives an immediate association to the traditional textile techniques of lace-making. Further associations include weaving, knitting, knotting... At the same time, I was aware of the Powerhouse Museum holding a competition on new ideas for lace. I investigated some samples at their Lace Centre and found some gorgeous pieces of 15th, 16th, 17th and onwards lace - from countries like Belgium, France and Italy. The French mesh was my favourite! Their collection continues to grow and incorporate all kinds of contemporary lace pieces.
I have subsequently found this tutorial online: it demonstrates what someone has been able to build in GC using the textile technique of weaving as the structural concept. It would be a goal in the future to continue exploring this area of textile translations.
http://vimeo.com/5273901
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