"Fugitive Pieces, 2002"

Two Person Exhibition, Schranne, Giengen, Germany
Medium : Willow

Iris Bertz' objects are woven from brown untreated willow. In contrast to the material with which they are made, the objects/sculptures seem light and delicate, almost like filigree. This tension is inherent in the creation process, which shapes the flexible yet resistant material into the intended form. The contrast between visual lightness and actual solidity is also reflected in the mental association of boats with the abstracted form.
Christiane Worth, Art Historian

Biographical notes:

Iris Bertz was originally trained in Germany and has completed a Masters in sculpture at the University of Wolverhampton. Recent projects include: Intervention, Handsworth, Gallery in the Trees, Birmingham City Council, Fence Project, North Southamptonshire Council.

Her work has been exhibited widely in the U.K., Germany, Italy and Lithuania.

For further details please contact the artist via email :
Email : ibertz@gmail.com
Website : www.irisbertz.co.uk