Lorra Lee Rose creates life-size human forms clad in feathers. She has been at this for a long time and has a devoted following of collectors throughout the USA. Each large piece incorporates many many feathers. Since the feathers she uses are often hard to come by, collecting enough for one piece can take years. And since the feathers have to meet high quality standards, sorting through them to pick out the right ones and the best, is a hugely time-consuming phase. But she loves it. Like me, she prefers molted plumes and pays close attention to using only what is legal in the U.S.A.
Here is a quote from her home page, “Inspired by tribal art, old movies, belle epoque costumes—and especially by her deep experience of the materials themselves—Lorra Lee develops complex patterns that feature vivid color, contrast, movement and symmetry. The resulting works are exquisite creations that will delight anyone fortunate enough to witness them in person." It is true, the photographs of her work on her website are stunning, but in seeing them person is better, an entirely different and enhanced experience.
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