Molly Brant 1736 - 1796
Molly Brant at the Windows Gallery in Kingston.
Molly Brant was said to have a regal bearing, so I decided it was essential that she stand; but creating a standing figure from wool is not easy! After much experimentation and hanging about in hardware stores, I built an armature from conduit pipe and floor flanges, fastened to a wooden dolly... thus I succeeded in creating a strong, powerful figure.
It was said that no one could be in Molly's presence without being aware of her... and I believe I achieved that! |
At the library in Tyendinaga. Photo by Janice Brant.